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How to pronounce:
concerned
Phonetic Transcription:
kənˈsɜːnd
Examples:
A priestess is concerned for the welfare of the poor.
He is concerned of prejudice in the trial.
I'm concerned at the inadequacy of the sources.
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Common mistakes of concerned pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "con-CERNED" instead of "CON-cerned" /kənˈsɜrnd/. Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable to sound natural.
- Vowel sound confusion: Some pronounce "concerned" with a long "e" sound, saying "con-cerned" instead of using the schwa /ə/ in the first syllable. Tip: Focus on the relaxed vowel sound in the first syllable.
- Ending sound mispronunciation: It's common to drop the "d" at the end, saying "concern" instead of "concerned" /kənˈsɜrnd/. Tip: Make sure to clearly articulate the final "d" to complete the word.
- Overemphasis on the "c": Learners sometimes pronounce the "c" too strongly, leading to "CON-cerned" instead of the softer "concerned." Tip: Keep the "c" sound light and fluid to maintain the flow of the word.
- Mispronouncing the "r": Some may struggle with the "r" sound, leading to a pronunciation like "con-cerned" with a flat "r." Tip: Practice the American /ɹ/ sound to ensure clarity in the word "concerned."