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claustrophobic
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It's relentless, claustrophobic stuff.
BSG is claustrophobic and fairly tight knit.
A claustrophobic convergence is replaced by divergence and optimism.
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Common mistakes of claustrophobic pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "claus-tro-'phobic". The correct stress is on the third syllable, "claus-tro-'phobic" (ˌklɔːstrəˈfoʊbɪk in US, ˌklɔːstrəˈfəʊbɪk in UK). Tip: Focus on emphasizing the "pho" part.
- Overemphasizing the "t": Some speakers pronounce the "t" too strongly, making it sound like "claustro-'phobic". The "t" should be softer, blending into the following syllable. Tip: Practice saying the word slowly to soften the "t".
- Skipping the "r": A common mistake is omitting the "r" sound, leading to "claus-to-phobic". The "r" is essential for the correct pronunciation. Tip: Pay attention to the "r" in "tro" to ensure clarity.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some learners mispronounce the first syllable as "claws" instead of "claus". The correct sound is /klɔːs/ in UK and /klɔːs/ in US. Tip: Listen to native speakers to hear the right vowel sound.
- Mispronouncing the ending: The last syllable is often mispronounced as "phob-ic" instead of "pho-bic". It should be pronounced with a clear "o" sound. Tip: Break the word into parts to practice the ending correctly.