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How to pronounce:
crucial
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈkruːʃəl
Examples:
Bear in mind the crucial strategic importance of the Panama Canal in wartime.
It is crucial to the plot of the series.
The concentration is crucial to the test.
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Common mistakes of crucial pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "cru-CIAL" /krʊˈʃiː.əl/. Tip: Remember to stress the first syllable: "CRU-cial" /ˈkruː.ʃəl/ in both US and UK English.
- Incorrect vowel sound: A common mistake is pronouncing the first vowel as in "cat," saying "crucial" as /ˈkrætʃ.əl/. Tip: Use the "oo" sound as in "food" when saying "crucial": /ˈkruː.ʃəl/.
- Overemphasizing the "c": Some may pronounce "crucial" with a hard "c" sound, like "kru-cial." Tip: The correct pronunciation uses a "ch" sound, as in "church": /ˈkruː.ʃəl/.
- Skipping the "i" sound: Learners might say "crucial" without the "i," pronouncing it as "crucal" /ˈkruː.kəl/. Tip: Ensure to include the "i" sound clearly to pronounce it correctly: /ˈkruː.ʃəl/.
- Confusing with similar words: Some confuse "crucial" with "crucifix" or "cruciality," leading to mispronunciation. Tip: Focus on the distinct sounds and syllable structure of "crucial": /ˈkruː.ʃəl/.