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continue
Phonetic Transcription:
kənˈtɪnjuː
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Common mistakes of continue pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "con-TIN-ue" instead of the correct "CON-tin-ue" /kənˈtɪn.juː/. Tip: Focus on emphasizing the first syllable for clarity.
- Skipping the "n": A common mistake is to pronounce "continue" without the "n," resulting in "cotinue." This alters the sound to /kəˈtɪn.juː/. Tip: Ensure you pronounce the "n" clearly to maintain the correct sound.
- Overemphasizing the "t": Some speakers may overemphasize the "t," making it sound like "con-TIN-yoo." This can lead to confusion with other words. Tip: Keep the "t" soft and natural to avoid this error.
- Incorrect vowel sound: Many learners mispronounce the first vowel, saying "cotinue" with an "o" sound instead of the correct "uh" sound /kənˈtɪn.juː/. Tip: Practice saying "uh" to get the first syllable right.
- Confusing with "continuing": Some might pronounce "continue" like "continuing," adding an extra syllable and saying "con-tin-yoo-ing." This changes the word entirely. Tip: Remember that "continue" has only three syllables, not four.