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How to pronounce:
casual
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈkæʒʊəl
Examples:
The series was casual and irreverent.
It is clarifying the issue to the casual reader.
It is practicable although not for the casual walker.
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Common mistakes of casual pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "casual" as /ˈkæʒ.u.əl/. The correct stress is on the first syllable: /ˈkæʒ.u.əl/. Tip: Focus on the first syllable to pronounce it correctly.
- Overemphasizing vowels: Some people pronounce the "a" in "casual" too strongly, leading to /ˈkæɪ.ʒu.əl/. The correct pronunciation has a shorter vowel sound: /ˈkæʒ.u.əl/. Tip: Use a quick, soft "a" to maintain the right sound.
- Ignoring the "u": A common mistake is to drop the "u" sound, resulting in "casual" pronounced as /ˈkæʒ.əl/. This omits a crucial part of the word. Tip: Make sure to articulate the "u" clearly to avoid confusion.
- Confusing with "casualty": Some learners mix "casual" with "casualty," pronouncing it as /ˈkæʒ.u.əl.ti/. "Casual" should be pronounced as /ˈkæʒ.u.əl/. Tip: Remember that "casual" has no extra syllables; keep it simple.
- Mispronouncing the "j": A frequent error is mispronouncing the "j" sound, saying "casual" as /ˈkæʃ.u.əl/. The correct sound is a soft "j": /ˈkæʒ.u.əl/. Tip: Practice the "j" sound by saying "judge" to help with clarity.