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How to pronounce:
condescending
Phonetic Transcription:
ˌkɒndɪˈsendɪŋ
Examples:
Stop with the condescending comments.
The condescending tone is appreciated.
He was the one who was condescending
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Common mistakes of condescending pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "con-de-ˈscend-ing." The correct stress is on the third syllable: "con-de-ˌˈscend-ing." Tip: Practice emphasizing "scend" to master the stress pattern.
- Vowel sounds: Some people pronounce the first syllable as "con" instead of "con." The correct pronunciation is /ˌkɒn.dɪˈsɛn.dɪŋ/ in UK and /ˌkɑːn.dəˈsɛn.dɪŋ/ in US. Tip: Listen for the short "o" sound in "con."
- Ending sounds: A common mistake is dropping the "g" at the end, saying "condescendin." The correct pronunciation includes the "g": "condescending." Tip: Always pronounce the "g" to ensure clarity.
- Syllable division: Some learners may incorrectly divide the word as "con-des-cending." The correct division is "con-de-scend-ing." Tip: Break the word into three parts to help with pronunciation.
- Overemphasis on "con": Some individuals stress "con" too heavily, making it sound unnatural. The correct stress pattern is lighter on "con": "con-de-ˌscend-ing." Tip: Focus on a balanced emphasis across all syllables.