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complacent
Phonetic Transcription:
kəmˈpleɪsənt
Examples:
As for CU, they are completely complacent in all of this.
A new level of enemy for the complacent Federation.
All were not as complacent as the president of the club.
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Common mistakes of complacent pronunciation
- Vowel confusion: Many people mispronounce "complacent" by confusing the vowel sounds, especially the second syllable. They may say /kəmˈpleɪsənt/ instead of /kəmˈpleɪsənt/ (US) or /kəmˈpleɪsənt/ (UK). Tip: Focus on the "a" in the second syllable to maintain the correct sound.
- Stress misplacement: Some may incorrectly place stress on the first syllable, saying "COMplacent" instead of the correct "comPLACent." This alters the word's rhythm. Tip: Remember that the second syllable carries the primary stress, which is essential for correct pronunciation.
- Silent "t" error: A common mistake is pronouncing the "t" at the end of "complacent." Some may say /kəmˈpleɪsən/ instead of /kəmˈpleɪsənt/. Tip: Ensure to articulate the "t" clearly to avoid losing the word's integrity.
- Overemphasizing syllables: Some learners might overemphasize the "com" in "complacent," leading to an unnatural pronunciation. They might say /ˈkɒmpləˌseɪnt/. Tip: Keep the first syllable light and focus on the stress of the second syllable for a smoother delivery.
- Mispronouncing the "c": Some may pronounce the "c" as a hard "k" sound, saying "komplacent" instead of the correct "complacent." Tip: Remember that the "c" in "complacent" is soft, sounding like "s" to maintain the word's proper pronunciation.