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comfortable

Phonetic Transcription:

ˈkʌmftəbəl

Examples:

The Hupda feel most at home and comfortable in the forests.

The most comfortable exemption is people's own house.

It's stated goal was to comfort the afflicted and to afflict the comfortable.

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Common mistakes of comfortable pronunciation

Misplacing stress: Many learners stress the second syllable, saying "com-fort-a-ble" instead of the correct "com-fort-uh-bul" /ˈkʌmf.tə.bəl/ (US) /ˈkʌm.fə.tə.bəl/ (UK). Tip: Focus on the first syllable for proper stress.
Overpronouncing syllables: Some people say "com-fort-a-ble" with four distinct syllables. In reality, "comfortable" has only three: /ˈkʌm.f.tə.bəl/. Tip: Practice blending syllables to sound more natural.
Ignoring the schwa sound: The unstressed "o" in "comfortable" is pronounced as a schwa /ə/, not as "o" /oʊ/. Saying "com-fort-a-bul" can make your pronunciation sound off. Tip: Remember that unstressed vowels often turn into schwa.
Confusing vowel sounds: The "u" in "comfortable" is pronounced as /ə/, not as "you" /ju/. This can lead to mispronunciations like "comf-you-tuh-bul." Tip: Listen to native speakers to catch the subtle differences in vowel sounds.
Rushing through the word: Some learners tend to rush through "comfortable," leading to unclear pronunciation. This can result in a jumbled sound. Tip: Slow down and articulate each syllable clearly, especially the first and last.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "comfortable" in American English?

In American English, "comfortable" is pronounced as /ˈkʌmftəbl/. The stress is on the first syllable, and the second syllable is often reduced to a schwa sound, making it sound like "kumf-tuh-bul."

What is the British pronunciation of "comfortable"?

In British English, "comfortable" is pronounced as /ˈkʌmftəbl/ as well. The pronunciation is similar to American English, with the same primary stress on the first syllable and a schwa in the second syllable.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "comfortable"?

Many learners mistakenly pronounce "comfortable" as /ˈkʌmfərtəbl/, adding an extra syllable. Remember, it has only three syllables: "kumf-tuh-bul."

What does the schwa sound mean in "comfortable"?

The schwa sound in "comfortable" occurs in the second syllable, represented by the "tuh" part. It is an unstressed sound that often appears in English, making pronunciation smoother and quicker.