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biological

Phonetic Transcription:

ˌbaɪəˈlɒdʒɪkəl

Examples:

The abductor was the child's biological father.

These are the intellectual, the social, the biological and the physical.

It is a predisposition for biological motion in the newborn baby.

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Common mistakes of biological pronunciation

Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "bi-o-ˈlo-gi-cal". This is incorrect; the primary stress is on the third syllable: "ˌbaɪəˈlɒdʒɪkəl" (UK) and "ˌbaɪəˈlɑdʒɪkəl" (US). Tip: Focus on the "lo" being less emphasized.
Vowel sounds: Some may mispronounce the "o" in "biological" as a long "o", resulting in "bi-o-ˈlō-gi-cal". The correct pronunciation has a short "o" sound: "ˌbaɪəˈlɒdʒɪkəl" (UK) and "ˌbaɪəˈlɑdʒɪkəl" (US). Tip: Practice the short vowel sound.
Syllable division: Learners sometimes break the word into too many syllables, saying "bi-o-log-i-cal". The correct division is three syllables: "bi-o-ˈlo-gi-cal". Tip: Remember to group the sounds into three clear syllables.
Ending sound: Some may pronounce the "g" in "biological" too softly, saying "bi-o-lo-ji-cal". The "g" should be pronounced clearly as in "go": "ˌbaɪəˈlɒdʒɪkəl" (UK) and "ˌbaɪəˈlɑdʒɪkəl" (US). Tip: Emphasize the hard "g" sound.
Final syllable: A common error is to say "biological" with a schwa sound in the last syllable, like "bi-o-lo-gi-kəl". The correct pronunciation has a clear "cal" sound: "ˌbaɪəˈlɒdʒɪkəl" (UK) and "ˌbaɪəˈlɑdʒɪkəl" (US). Tip: Make the last syllable distinct.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "biological" correctly?

The correct pronunciation of "biological" in IPA is /ˌbaɪəˈlɒdʒɪkəl/ for British English and /ˌbaɪəˈlɑːdʒɪkəl/ for American English. The primary stress is on the third syllable, "log," while the second syllable has a secondary stress.

What are the syllables in "biological"?

"Biological" has five syllables: "bi-o-log-i-cal." When pronouncing it, make sure to clearly articulate each syllable, especially the stressed ones, to ensure clarity.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "biological"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress, often saying "bi-OL-o-gi-cal" instead of the correct "bi-o-LOG-i-cal." It's important to focus on the stressed syllables to avoid confusion.

Does "biological" have a schwa sound?

Yes, "biological" contains a schwa sound in the second syllable, pronounced as "o" in "log." This sound is often quick and unstressed, making it less prominent than the other syllables.