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continental
Phonetic Transcription:
ˌkɒntɪˈnentəl
Examples:
The districts also cover the entire area of the continental republic.
To the north in the rugged continental area between the maria is Isidorus.
He is the leader of the continental congress and the continental army.
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Common mistakes of continental pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "con-TIN-ental" /kɒnˈtɪn.əntəl/ (UK) or /kɑnˈtɪn.əntəl/ (US). Tip: Remember to stress the first syllable: "CON"-tinental.
- Vowel sounds: Some pronounce "continental" with a short "i" sound, as in "kit," instead of the correct "i" as in "machine." This leads to mispronunciation. Tip: Use the long "i" sound /ɪ/ in the second syllable.
- Missing syllables: Learners may omit the second syllable, saying "con-ental." This can confuse listeners. Tip: Practice saying all four syllables: "CON-ti-NEN-tal."
- Final "l" sound: Some speakers may not clearly pronounce the final "l" in "continental," making it sound incomplete. Tip: Ensure to articulate the "l" sound clearly at the end: "CON-ti-NEN-tal."
- Incorrect vowel in the first syllable: A common mistake is pronouncing the first syllable with an "o" sound like in "hot," instead of the correct "ah" sound as in "father." Tip: Use the "ah" sound /ɒ/ for the first syllable.