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How to pronounce:
chronic
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈkrɒnɪk
Examples:
The disease is chronic and progressive, and resulting in paralysis.
The cause of death was chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
The treatment of chronic liver disease depends on the cause.
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Common mistakes of chronic pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners stress the second syllable, saying "chro-ˈnic". This is incorrect. The correct stress is on the first syllable: "ˈkrɒn.ɪk" (UK) and "ˈkrɑː.nɪk" (US). Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Many pronounce the first vowel as "o" in "chronic," saying "chrō-nic." However, it should be pronounced with a short "o" sound: "krɒ" (UK) or "krɑ" (US). Tip: Focus on a short vowel sound for clarity.
- Overemphasizing the "h": Some speakers might pronounce "chronic" with an overly pronounced "h" sound, saying "hchronic." This is incorrect as the "h" is silent in this case. Tip: Avoid adding an "h" sound before "chronic."
- Blending syllables: Learners sometimes blend the syllables together, saying "chro-nic" as one syllable. The correct pronunciation separates them: "ˈkrɒn.ɪk" (UK) and "ˈkrɑː.nɪk" (US). Tip: Pause slightly between syllables for better pronunciation.
- Ignoring the final "c": Some may not pronounce the final "c" clearly, saying "chronic" like "chroni." The "c" should be pronounced distinctly as in "ˈkrɒn.ɪk" (UK) and "ˈkrɑː.nɪk" (US). Tip: Ensure the final consonant is articulated clearly.