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cognitive

Phonetic Transcription:

ˈkɒɡnətɪv

Examples:

Mental spaces are cognitive structures entirely in the minds of interlocutors.

The Mental faculty or part of the being, is the conceptual and cognitive mind.

Being cognitive and sensate are different.

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Common mistakes of cognitive pronunciation

Stress placement: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "cog-NI-tive" instead of the correct "COG-ni-tive" (ˈkɒɡ.nɪ.tɪv in UK, ˈkɑːɡ.nɪ.tɪv in US). Tip: Focus on the first syllable for proper emphasis.
Vowel sounds: Some mispronounce "cognitive" by using a short "o" sound, saying "cog-nih-tive." The correct pronunciation uses a more open "o" as in "cog" (ˈkɒɡ or ˈkɑːɡ). Tip: Practice the "o" sound, elongating it slightly.
Syllable omission: A common mistake is omitting the middle syllable, resulting in "cog-tive." The full pronunciation includes three syllables: "COG-ni-tive" (ˈkɒɡ.nɪ.tɪv in UK, ˈkɑːɡ.nɪ.tɪv in US). Tip: Break the word into syllables to ensure you pronounce each part.
Incorrect ending: Some pronounce "cognitive" as "cognitive" with an "ihv" ending instead of the correct "tiv." The proper ending is "tive" (ˈkɒɡ.nɪ.tɪv in UK, ˈkɑːɡ.nɪ.tɪv in US). Tip: Emphasize the "tiv" to avoid confusion.
Overemphasizing consonants: People sometimes overemphasize the "g" sound, leading to "cog-gitive." The correct pronunciation has a softer "g" sound, as in "cog" (ˈkɒɡ or ˈkɑːɡ). Tip: Relax the "g" sound to make it smoother.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "cognitive" in American English?

In American English, "cognitive" is pronounced as /ˈkɑːɡnɪtɪv/. The stress is on the first syllable, "cog," which sounds like "cog" in "cogwheel."

What is the British pronunciation of "cognitive"?

In British English, "cognitive" is pronounced as /ˈkɒɡnɪtɪv/. The primary stress remains on the first syllable, similar to the American version, but the vowel sound in the first syllable differs.

How many syllables are in the word "cognitive"?

The word "cognitive" has three syllables: "cog," "ni," and "tive." Each syllable is pronounced clearly, with the first syllable receiving the most emphasis.

Are there common mistakes when pronouncing "cognitive"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress on the second syllable, leading to a pronunciation like /kəˈɡnɪtɪv/. Remember to stress the first syllable to sound correct.