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contradict

Phonetic Transcription:

ˌkɒntrəˈdɪkt

Examples:

That seems to contradict Deferent and epicycle.

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resist

dispute

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Common mistakes of contradict pronunciation

Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "con-tra-'dict". The correct stress is on the third syllable: "con-tra-ˈdict" (US) / "ˌkɒn.trəˈdɪkt" (UK). Tip: Focus on the "dict" part to emphasize it.
Vowel sound confusion: Some may pronounce the first syllable as "con" with a long "o" sound, like "cone". The correct pronunciation is with a short "o" sound, as in "cot": "ˈkɒn" (UK) or "kän" (US). Tip: Practice saying "cot" to get the right sound.
Final consonant blending: Learners sometimes drop the "t" sound at the end, saying "conradic" instead of "contradict". The final "t" is important for clarity: "ˈkɒn.trə.dɪkt" (UK) / "ˈkɑn.trə.dɪkt" (US). Tip: Emphasize the "t" when finishing the word.
Incorrect syllable division: Some speakers may mistakenly divide the word into three syllables, pronouncing it as "con-tra-dict". The correct division is into four syllables: "con-tra-ˈdict". Tip: Break it down into "con" + "tra" + "dict" for clarity.
Overemphasis on "tra": A common mistake is to overemphasize the "tra" syllable, resulting in "con-'TRA-dict". The correct stress should be on "dict": "con-tra-ˈdict" (US) / "ˌkɒn.trəˈdɪkt" (UK). Tip: Keep the "tra" softer to maintain the correct stress pattern.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "contradict" in American English?

In American English, "contradict" is pronounced as /ˌkɒn.trəˈdɪkt/. The primary stress is on the third syllable, "dict."

What is the British pronunciation of "contradict"?

In British English, "contradict" is pronounced as /ˌkɒn.trəˈdɪkt/, which is the same as in American English. Both versions share the same stress pattern and syllable structure.

How many syllables are in the word "contradict"?

The word "contradict" has four syllables: "con-tra-dict." Each syllable is pronounced clearly, with the stress on the last syllable.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "contradict"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress, saying "con-tra-DICT" instead of "con-tra-DICT." Remember to emphasize the "dict" syllable to pronounce it correctly.