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bicycling
Definition:
(nou) a wheeled vehicle that has two wheels and is moved by foot pedals
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈbaɪsɪkəl
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Common mistakes of bicycling pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "bi-CY-cling" instead of the correct "BI-cy-cling" (ˈbaɪ.sɪ.klɪŋ). Tip: Focus on emphasizing the first syllable.
- Omitting the "c" sound: Some speakers may drop the "c" sound, pronouncing it as "bi-ycling." This alters the clarity of the word. Tip: Practice saying "bicycling" slowly to ensure you include the "c" sound clearly.
- Incorrect vowel sound: The second syllable is often mispronounced with an "a" sound, leading to "baisycling." The correct pronunciation is with a short "i" sound (ˈaɪ). Tip: Listen to native speakers to catch the subtle vowel difference.
- Blending syllables: Some might blend the syllables too much, resulting in "bicycling" sounding like "bicyclng." This can make the word hard to understand. Tip: Break the word into three distinct syllables: "BI-cy-cling."
- Overemphasizing the final "g": A common mistake is to overly stress the "g" at the end, making it sound like "bicycl-ing." The correct pronunciation is with a soft ending (ˈbaɪ.sɪ.klɪŋ). Tip: Relax your mouth when pronouncing the final syllable.