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How to pronounce:
deceive
Phonetic Transcription:
dɪˈsiːv
Examples:
The plot is meant to deceive the enemy.
A brazen contrivence intended to deceive the uninitiated.
Never the less it can deceive the most careless.
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Common mistakes of deceive pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners emphasize the second syllable, saying "de-ˈceive". This is incorrect; the primary stress is on the second syllable: /dɪˈsiːv/ in US and /dɪˈsiːv/ in UK. Tip: Focus on "h" in the first syllable to keep it light.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: A common mistake is pronouncing the first syllable as "dee" instead of "dih". The correct pronunciation is /dɪˈsiːv/ in both US and UK. Tip: Practice the short "i" sound like in "sit".
- Overemphasizing the "c": Some speakers pronounce "deceive" with an exaggerated "c" sound, making it sound like "dee-seeve". This is incorrect. The "c" is soft, blending into the "e". Tip: Remember that "c" before "e" is pronounced as "s".
- Skipping the initial "d": Occasionally, learners may drop the initial "d", saying "e-ceive". This alters the word completely. The correct pronunciation is /dɪˈsiːv/. Tip: Always start with a clear "d" sound to ensure clarity.
- Ending with a hard "v": Some might pronounce "deceive" with a hard "v", making it sound like "deceev". The correct ending is a soft "v" sound. Tip: Practice saying "v" with your upper teeth lightly touching your lower lip for the right sound.