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Common mistakes of autobiographical pronunciation

Stress placement: Many people incorrectly emphasize the second syllable instead of the third. The correct stress pattern is on the third syllable: /ˌɔːtəbaɪˈɡræfɪkəl/ (UK) and /ˌɔːtəbaɪˈɡræfɪkəl/ (US). Tip: Practice saying "autobiographical" slowly, focusing on the stress.
Vowel sounds: Some learners mispronounce the "auto" part as "awto" instead of "aw-təʊ." The correct pronunciation is /ˌɔːtəʊ/ (UK) and /ˌɔːtoʊ/ (US). Tip: Break it down into syllables: "au-to-bi-o-graph-i-cal."
Syllable count: A common mistake is to shorten the word, leading to four syllables instead of five. It should be pronounced with five distinct syllables: /ˌɔːtəbaɪˈɡræfɪkəl/. Tip: Count the syllables as you say the word to ensure you pronounce it fully.
"graph" mispronunciation: Some people pronounce "graph" as "graff" with a short "a" sound. The correct pronunciation is /ɡræf/ in both UK and US English. Tip: Remember that "graph" rhymes with "laugh."
Final "cal" sound: Some learners neglect the final syllable, making it sound like "autobiograph." The correct ending is /ɪkəl/ in both variants. Tip: Emphasize the last syllable, saying "cal" clearly to complete the word.

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How do you pronounce "autobiographical" in American English?

In American English, "autobiographical" is pronounced as /ˌɔːtəbaɪˈɡræfɪkəl/. The primary stress is on the fourth syllable, "graph," while the "auto" and "bio" syllables are pronounced more lightly.

What is the British pronunciation of "autobiographical"?

In British English, "autobiographical" is pronounced as /ˌɔːtəbaɪəˈɡræfɪkəl/. Similar to American English, the primary stress is on the "graph" syllable, but the "bio" is pronounced with a more distinct "i" sound.

How many syllables does "autobiographical" have?

The word "autobiographical" has seven syllables. It is broken down as au-to-bi-o-graph-i-cal, with the primary stress on the "graph" syllable.

Are there common mistakes when pronouncing "autobiographical"?

Yes, a common mistake is misplacing the stress, often stressing the wrong syllable, like "bio" instead of "graph." Remember to emphasize "graph" to pronounce "autobiographical" correctly.