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comparable

Phonetic Transcription:

ˈkɒmpərəbəl

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A comparable giant chthonic pre Olympian of a Titan like order is Orion.

It is comparable to neuroscientist.

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Common mistakes of comparable pronunciation

Stress placement: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "com-PAR-able" (ˈkɒm.pər.ə.bəl). The correct stress is on the first syllable: "COM-parable" (ˈkɒm.pə.rə.bəl). Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable to sound more natural.
Vowel sound confusion: Some learners pronounce the first vowel as "o" in "cot," leading to "cOM-parable" (ˈkɑm.pər.ə.bəl) in US English. The correct pronunciation uses a short "o" sound, as in "comparable" (ˈkɒm.pə.rə.bəl). Tip: Focus on the short "o" sound to avoid confusion.
Syllable omission: A common mistake is dropping the second syllable, resulting in "COM-parble" (ˈkɒm.pɑr.bəl). The full pronunciation includes all syllables: "com-PAR-a-ble" (ˈkɒm.pə.rə.bəl). Tip: Practice saying each syllable clearly to improve your pronunciation.
Mispronouncing "a": Some may pronounce the "a" in the second syllable too strongly, saying "com-par-A-ble" (ˈkɒm.pɛr.ə.bəl). The correct pronunciation uses a schwa sound, making it "com-PAR-a-ble" (ˈkɒm.pə.rə.bəl). Tip: Use a softer "a" sound to maintain the correct flow.
Confusing with "comparable": Some might mix up "comparable" and "comparative," leading to incorrect stress and vowel sounds. Remember, "comparable" (ˈkɒm.pə.rə.bəl) has a different pronunciation than "comparative" (kəmˈpær.ə.tɪv). Tip: Familiarize yourself with both words to distinguish them easily.

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How do you pronounce "comparable" in American English?

In American English, "comparable" is pronounced as /ˈkɑːmpərəbəl/ with the primary stress on the first syllable. The "o" is pronounced as a schwa sound, resembling "uh," while the "a" in the last syllable is pronounced as "uh" as well.

What is the British pronunciation of "comparable"?

In British English, "comparable" is pronounced as /ˈkɒmpərəbəl/, where the first syllable has a short "o" sound like in "cot." The primary stress remains on the first syllable, similar to the American pronunciation.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "comparable"?

One common mistake is misplacing the stress, often pronouncing it as /kəmˈpærəbl/, which changes the emphasis to the second syllable. Remember to stress the first syllable to avoid confusion.

How many syllables are in the word "comparable"?

The word "comparable" has four syllables: "com-pa-ra-ble." Each syllable should be pronounced clearly, with the first syllable receiving the primary stress.