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attract
Phonetic Transcription:
əˈtrækt
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Common mistakes of attract pronunciation
- Stress misplacement: Many learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying /əˈtrækt/. The correct stress is on the second syllable, /əˈtrækt/ in US and UK. Tip: Remember to emphasize the "tract" part.
- Vowel confusion: Some pronounce the first vowel as /æ/ instead of /ə/. This can lead to mispronouncing "attract" as "attract" with a stronger "a" sound. Tip: Focus on the schwa sound /ə/ in the first syllable.
- Final consonant omission: Occasionally, speakers may drop the final "t," saying "attra" instead of "attract." This can make the word unclear. Tip: Ensure you pronounce the final "t" clearly to maintain the word's integrity.
- Overemphasis on the first syllable: Some learners emphasize "at" too much, making it sound like "A-ttract." The stress should be balanced. Tip: Keep a natural flow between "at" and "tract" to sound more fluent.
- Incorrect vowel length: Some might make the vowel sound in "tract" too short or too long, leading to variations like "attract" or "attraaact." Tip: Aim for a balanced vowel sound in "tract" to ensure clarity.