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compartmentalize

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There's a need to compartmentalize the articles.

It is humanly impossible to compartmentalize the two.

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Common mistakes of compartmentalize pronunciation

  1. Misplacing stress: Some learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "com-part-ˈmen-talize". This is incorrect. The primary stress is on the third syllable: "com-par-ˈmen-talize". Tip: Focus on stressing the "men" in "compartmentalize".
  2. Omitting syllables: A common mistake is dropping the "part" and saying "com-ˈmen-talize". This alters the word's meaning and makes it unclear. The correct pronunciation includes all syllables: "com-part-ˈmen-talize". Tip: Practice saying each syllable slowly to ensure clarity.
  3. Incorrect vowel sounds: Some speakers may mispronounce the "a" in "part" as "æ", as in "cat", resulting in "com-pært-ˈmen-talize". The correct sound is the "ɑː" as in "father". Tip: Listen to native speakers to catch the correct vowel pronunciation.
  4. Blending sounds: Learners might blend "com" and "part" together, saying "com-part-ˈmen-talize" too quickly. This can make the word sound jumbled. The syllables should be distinct. Tip: Slow down your pronunciation to separate each syllable clearly.
  5. Confusing endings: Some may pronounce the ending as "ˈmen-tal-eyeze" instead of "ˈmen-talize". This changes the word's sound and meaning. The correct ending is "ize" as in "realize". Tip: Practice with similar words to reinforce the correct ending sound.

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How do you pronounce "compartmentalize"?

The pronunciation of "compartmentalize" is /kəmˌpɑːrtˈmɛn.tə.laɪz/ in US English and /kəmˌpɑːtˈmɛn.tə.laɪz/ in UK English. The primary stress is on the third syllable, "men," while the secondary stress is on the second syllable, "part."

What are the syllables in "compartmentalize"?

"Compartmentalize" has five syllables: "com," "part," "men," "tal," and "ize." When breaking it down, it sounds like /kəm/ + /pɑːrt/ + /ˈmɛn/ + /tə/ + /laɪz/.

Is there a schwa sound in "compartmentalize"?

Yes, there is a schwa sound in "compartmentalize." The first syllable "com" is pronounced as /kəm/, where the "o" is reduced to the schwa sound, making it less stressed and quicker.

Are there common mistakes when pronouncing "compartmentalize"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress, often pronouncing it as /kəmˈpɑːrtˌmɛn.tə.laɪz/, which can confuse listeners. Remember to stress the third syllable, "men," to ensure clarity in your pronunciation.