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compensate

Phonetic Transcription:

ˈkɒmpənseɪt

Examples:

That will compensate for the pay differential.

The government still pays him to compensate for the effects of the radiation.

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Common mistakes of compensate pronunciation

Stress misplacement: Some learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "com-PEN-sate" instead of "COM-pen-sate" (ˈkɒm.pən.seɪt in UK, ˈkɑːm.pən.seɪt in US). Tip: Always emphasize the first syllable.
Vowel confusion: A common mistake is mispronouncing the first vowel, saying "cAHmpensate" instead of "cOMpensate." The correct sound is /ɑː/ in UK and /ɑː/ in US. Tip: Focus on the "o" sound in "com."
Syllable omission: Some speakers drop the middle syllable, saying "COMP-sate." This leads to an incomplete pronunciation of "compensate" (ˈkɒm.pən.seɪt in UK, ˈkɑːm.pən.seɪt in US). Tip: Practice saying all three syllables clearly.
Ending sound error: Mispronouncing the ending can lead to saying "compensate" as "compensay." The correct pronunciation ends with /te/ in both variants. Tip: Pay attention to the "ate" ending, ensuring you pronounce it as "ate."
Inconsistent vowel sounds: Some may pronounce the second syllable as "pen" instead of "pen." The correct sound is /ə/ in UK and US. Tip: Listen to native speakers to grasp the subtle differences in vowel sounds.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "compensate" in American English?

In American English, "compensate" is pronounced as /ˈkɒmpənˌseɪt/. The stress is on the first syllable, "com," which sounds like "kom," followed by "pen," and the last syllable rhymes with "eight."

What is the British pronunciation of "compensate"?

In British English, "compensate" is pronounced as /ˈkɒmpənˌseɪt/ as well. The stress pattern remains the same with the first syllable emphasized, and it sounds quite similar to the American version.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "compensate"?

Many learners might mistakenly place the stress on the second syllable, saying "com-PEN-sate." Remember, the correct stress is on the first syllable, "COM-pen-sate," to sound natural.

How many syllables are in the word "compensate"?

"Compensate" has three syllables: "com," "pen," and "sate." Each syllable is pronounced clearly, with the first syllable receiving the primary stress.