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catastrophic
Phonetic Transcription:
ˌkætəˈstrɒfɪk
Examples:
Failure of elements to conform in the framework is catastrophic.
Edward was blamed by the barons for the catastrophic failure of the campaign.
The postponement was catastrophic.
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Common mistakes of catastrophic pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "cat-a-'strophic." The correct stress is on the third syllable: "cat-a-ˈstrophic" (US) / "cat-a-ˈstrɒf-ɪk" (UK). Tip: Remember to emphasize the "strophic" part.
- Vowel sounds: Some may mispronounce the "a" in the first syllable as "e," saying "cetastrophic." The correct pronunciation is "cat" with an "æ" sound, as in "cat" (IPA: /kæ/). Tip: Focus on the short "a" sound.
- Final consonant confusion: It's common to drop the final "c" sound, leading to "catastrophi." The correct pronunciation ends with "c," as in "catastrophic" (IPA: /k/). Tip: Ensure to pronounce the final consonant clearly.
- Syllable division: Some learners might break it into too many syllables, saying "cat-as-tro-phic." The correct division is into four syllables: "cat-a-ˈstrophic." Tip: Practice saying it smoothly to maintain the correct flow.
- Overemphasizing the "t": It's easy to overemphasize the "t" in the second syllable, resulting in "cat-a-stro-fic." The correct pronunciation has a softer "t" sound. Tip: Keep the "t" light and focus on the "strophic" part.