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compassionate

Phonetic Transcription:

kəmˈpæʃənət

Examples:

Apart from Butters, Kyle is the most caring and compassionate of the boys.

The second type of ritual is of a compassionate nature.

He is compassionate, brave and tries to help the humans.

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Common mistakes of compassionate pronunciation

Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "com-PASS-ion-ate" instead of the correct "com-PASH-in-ate" (/kəmˈpæʃ.ɪ.nət/ in US and /kəmˈpæʃ.ɪ.nət/ in UK). Tip: Focus on the first syllable for proper stress.
Vowel sound confusion: Some might pronounce the "a" in "compassionate" as "ah" instead of the correct "æ" sound, leading to "com-pah-shin-ate." Tip: Practice the "æ" sound by saying "cat" to get familiar with it.
Syllable omission: A common mistake is dropping the middle syllable, saying "com-passionate" instead of "com-pash-in-ate." Tip: Break the word into syllables: "com-pash-in-ate" to ensure you pronounce each part.
Final "t" sound: Learners may soften the final "t" sound, pronouncing it as "com-passion-uh" instead of "compassionate" (/kəmˈpæʃ.ɪ.nət/). Tip: Emphasize the "t" at the end to maintain clarity.
Overemphasizing syllables: Some might stress all syllables equally, resulting in "COM-PAS-SION-ATE." Tip: Remember to emphasize only the second syllable to sound natural: "com-PASH-in-ate."

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "compassionate" in American English?

In American English, "compassionate" is pronounced as /kəmˈpæʃ.ən.ət/. The primary stress is on the second syllable, "pæʃ".

Is there a difference in pronunciation of "compassionate" between American and British English?

In British English, "compassionate" is pronounced as /kəmˈpæʃ.ən.ət/ as well, so there is no significant difference. Both variants share the same stress pattern and syllable structure.

What is the syllable breakdown for "compassionate"?

The word "compassionate" has four syllables: com-pas-sion-ate. The stress falls on the second syllable, which is important for correct pronunciation.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "compassionate"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress, often putting it on the first syllable instead of the second. Remember to emphasize "pæʃ" to sound more natural.