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bilateral
Phonetic Transcription:
ˌbaɪˈlætərəl
Examples:
The bilateral exchanges were intermittent.
The bilateral relations standstill is in effect.
The relationship is basically multilateral, not bilateral.
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Common mistakes of bilateral pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "bi-LA-ter-al" /baɪˈlæt.ər.əl/. Tip: Remember to stress the third syllable: "bi-lat-ERAL" /baɪˈlæt.ər.əl/ for both US and UK.
- Ignoring the schwa: Many people pronounce the "a" in the second syllable too strongly, saying "bi-lat-er-al" instead of the correct /ˈlæt.ər/. Tip: Use a relaxed, neutral sound for the "a" to achieve the schwa.
- Overemphasizing the "t": Some learners pronounce the "t" in "bilateral" too forcefully, saying "bi-lat-TER-al." Tip: Keep the "t" soft and subtle, as in /ˈlæt.ər/ for smoother pronunciation.
- Confusing vowel sounds: It's common to mispronounce the "i" in "bilateral" as a short "i" sound, saying "bilateral" with a sound like "bit." Tip: Use the long "i" /aɪ/ to correctly pronounce the first syllable.
- Skipping syllables: Some speakers may rush and skip the second syllable, saying "bilateral" as "bilaral." Tip: Pronounce each syllable clearly: "bi-lat-er-al" /baɪˈlæt.ər.əl/ to ensure clarity.