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How to pronounce:
deceitful
Phonetic Transcription:
dɪˈsiːtfʊl
Examples:
It was fundamentally destructive, unethical and deceitful.
The deceitful act enraged the townsmen.
The result is a deceitful and manipulative article.
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Common mistakes of deceitful pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "de-ˈceit-ful". The correct stress is on the second syllable: "dɪ-ˈsiːt-fəl". Tip: Focus on emphasizing "siːt".
- Vowel confusion: Some may mispronounce the first vowel as "e" in "deceitful", saying "dɪ-ˈsiːt-ful". The correct sound is a short "i" as in "bit": "dɪ-ˈsiːt-fəl". Tip: Practice with similar words like "bit".
- Ending sound: A common mistake is to pronounce "deceitful" without the clear "l" sound at the end, leading to "deceitfu". The correct pronunciation includes the "l": "dɪ-ˈsiːt-fəl". Tip: Emphasize the "l" to finish strong.
- Syllable count: Some learners mistakenly pronounce "deceitful" with three syllables, like "de-ceit-ful". It actually has two syllables: "dɪ-ˈsiːt-fəl". Tip: Break it down into two parts for clarity.
- Linking sounds: When saying "deceitful" in a sentence, some may not link it smoothly to the next word, making it sound choppy. The correct way is to connect it fluidly. Tip: Practice saying it in phrases to improve flow.