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How to pronounce:
colloquial
Phonetic Transcription:
kəˈləʊkwɪəl
Examples:
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Common mistakes of colloquial pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "col-LO-quial" instead of "COL-loquial". Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable, marked as /ˈkɒl.ə.kwɪ.əl/ in UK and /kəˈloʊ.kwi.əl/ in US.
- Overemphasizing vowels: Some people pronounce "colloquial" with exaggerated vowel sounds, making it sound unnatural. Tip: Focus on a smooth, quick pronunciation, especially in the unstressed syllables /ə/ and /i/.
- Dropping syllables: A common mistake is omitting the "lo" syllable, resulting in "colquial". Tip: Practice saying each syllable clearly: "COL-lo-QUI-al" to ensure you include all parts.
- Confusing "q" and "c": Learners might pronounce "colloquial" with a hard "k" sound for the "q", saying "colloquial" instead of the correct "kw" sound. Tip: Remember that "q" in this context is pronounced /kw/, as in "quick".
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some may pronounce the first vowel as /oʊ/ instead of /ɒ/ in UK or /ə/ in US. Tip: Listen to native speakers to catch the subtle differences, and practice mimicking their pronunciation for accuracy.