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cyclical
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈsaɪkəlɪkl
Examples:
Periods are used to describe the cyclical pattern of Qi.
The tidal is a cyclical phenomenon.
The cyclical nature of the paradox rules it out.
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Common mistakes of cyclical pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "cyc-li-cal" instead of the correct "ˈsɪk.lɪ.kəl". Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable for accurate pronunciation.
- Vowel confusion: Some may pronounce the "y" in "cyclical" as a long "ee" sound, resulting in "sik-leek-al". The correct pronunciation is "ˈsɪk.lɪ.kəl" with a short "i". Tip: Focus on the short "i" sound to avoid this mistake.
- Syllable omission: A common error is dropping the middle syllable, leading to "syclical" pronounced as "ˈsɪk.kəl". This alters the word's clarity. Tip: Practice saying all three syllables clearly: "sik-li-cal".
- Ending sound: Some speakers may pronounce the final "cal" as "kəl" instead of the correct "kəl". This can happen with fast speech. Tip: Slow down your pronunciation to ensure each syllable is distinct.
- Mispronouncing "c": In some accents, "c" may be pronounced too harshly, as in "k", leading to "ˈkaɪk.lɪ.kəl". The correct sound is softer, as in "s". Tip: Focus on a soft "s" sound for the first syllable.