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competitive
Phonetic Transcription:
kəmˈpetətɪv
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Common mistakes of competitive pronunciation
- Stress on the wrong syllable: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "com-ˈpet-it-ive". The correct stress is on the third syllable: "com-ˈpet-ɪ-tɪv". Tip: Remember the stress pattern as "com-ˈpet-itive".
- Mispronouncing the vowel sound: Some may pronounce the "e" in "competitive" as "ee" instead of the short "ɪ". This leads to saying "com-ˈpee-tit-ive". Tip: Focus on the short "ɪ" sound, as in "bit".
- Overemphasizing the final syllable: A common mistake is to overly stress the last syllable, resulting in "com-ˈpet-it-ˌive". The correct pronunciation keeps it subtle: "com-ˈpet-ɪ-tɪv". Tip: Keep the last syllable light and quick.
- Dropping the "t" sound: Some speakers may drop the "t" in "competitive", saying "com-ˈpe-itive". This alters the clarity of the word. Tip: Clearly pronounce the "t" to ensure proper articulation.
- Confusing with similar words: People sometimes confuse "competitive" with "competitor", mispronouncing it as "com-ˈpet-itor". While they share roots, they have different stresses and endings. Tip: Practice each word separately to distinguish their sounds.