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How to pronounce:
concise
Phonetic Transcription:
kənˈsaɪs
Examples:
The more compact and concise, the better.
It is short, pithy and concise.
The article is short, concise and to the point.
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Common mistakes of concise pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners place stress on the second syllable, saying /kənˈsaɪs/. The correct stress is on the second syllable in both US and UK, /kənˈsaɪs/. Tip: Focus on the "cise" syllable for proper emphasis.
- Incorrect vowel sound: Many pronounce "concise" with a long "o" sound, as in /kɒnˈsaɪs/. The correct pronunciation uses a schwa sound /kənˈsaɪs/ in the first syllable. Tip: Practice saying the first syllable quickly and lightly.
- Overemphasizing the first syllable: Some say "concise" with too much emphasis on the first syllable, like /ˈkɒn.saɪs/. The correct pronunciation has a softer first syllable. Tip: Keep the first syllable short and unstressed.
- Adding an extra syllable: Learners may mistakenly say "concise" as /kənˈsaɪsɪs/, adding an unnecessary syllable. The correct form is two syllables, /kənˈsaɪs/. Tip: Practice saying the word slowly to avoid adding sounds.
- Confusing with similar words: Some confuse "concise" with "concisely" or "concision," mispronouncing it as /kənˈsɪs/. Remember, "concise" is /kənˈsaɪs/. Tip: Focus on the meaning and context to differentiate similar words.