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certified
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈsɜːtɪfaɪd
Examples:
This was not the job of a certified meteorologist.
He certified what was claimed.
He is a certified herbalist and nutritionist.
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Common mistakes of certified pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "cer-ˈti-fied". This is incorrect. The primary stress is on the first syllable: "ˈsɜr.tɪ.faɪd". Tip: Focus on emphasizing the first syllable to sound natural.
- Omitting the "t" sound: Many speakers drop the "t" in "certified", pronouncing it as "ser-ˈi-fied". This can lead to confusion. The correct pronunciation includes the "t": "ˈsɜr.tɪ.faɪd". Tip: Practice saying the word slowly to ensure you pronounce all sounds clearly.
- Confusing vowel sounds: Some may pronounce the first syllable with an "e" sound, saying "se-ˈti-fied". However, it should be pronounced with a short "e": "ˈsɜr.tɪ.faɪd". Tip: Listen to native speakers to get the vowel sounds right.
- Incorrectly pronouncing the "i": A common mistake is to pronounce the "i" in the second syllable as a long "ee" sound, saying "ser-ˈtee-fied". The correct sound is a short "i": "ˈsɜr.tɪ.faɪd". Tip: Practice with similar words like "bit" to master the short "i" sound.
- Overemphasizing the final syllable: Some learners stress the last syllable too much, saying "cer-ti-ˈfied". The correct stress pattern is on the first syllable. Tip: Break the word into parts and practice stressing only the first syllable.