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How to pronounce:
completely
Phonetic Transcription:
kəmˈpliːtli
Examples:
But perhaps that was entirely and completely jocular
I'm totally and completely shocked at your irresponsibility in not helping me.
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Common mistakes of completely pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable as in "com-ˈplete-ly". The correct stress is on the third syllable: "com-ˈplete-ly" (UK: kəmˈpliːtli, US: kəmˈpliːtli). Tip: Practice saying the word slowly, emphasizing "plete".
- Vowel confusion: Some may pronounce "completely" with a short "e" sound, sounding like "com-ˈplet-ly". This is incorrect. The correct pronunciation has a long "e": "com-ˈplete-ly". Tip: Focus on the "e" sound, ensuring it's elongated.
- Missing syllable: A common mistake is to say "completly", omitting the "e" sound. This leads to a mispronunciation. The full word has three syllables: "com-ˈplete-ly". Tip: Break the word into syllables while practicing.
- Inconsistent vowel sounds: Some pronounce the first syllable as "com" (like "come") instead of "kuhm". The correct pronunciation is "kəm" (UK: kəm, US: kəm). Tip: Listen to native speakers to hear the subtle difference.
- Final "ly" mispronunciation: Learners sometimes pronounce the ending as "lee" instead of "li". The correct pronunciation is "li" as in "com-ˈplete-ly". Tip: Pay attention to the ending, ensuring it sounds softer.