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decisive
Phonetic Transcription:
dɪˈsaɪsɪv
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Common mistakes of decisive pronunciation
- Stress on the wrong syllable: Many learners stress the second syllable, saying "de-CI-sive" [dɪˈsaɪ.sɪv]. This is incorrect. Tip: Remember to stress the second syllable in "decisive" [dɪˈsaɪ.sɪv].
- Mispronouncing the vowel sounds: Some pronounce "decisive" with a short "i" sound, saying "decisive" as [dɪˈsɪ.sɪv]. This is not standard. Tip: Use the long "i" sound as in "sigh" for clarity.
- Overemphasizing the final "ve": A common mistake is to overly stress the final sound, saying "decisive" as [dɪˈsaɪ.sɪv]. This can sound awkward. Tip: Keep the final "ve" light and quick in pronunciation.
- Dropping the "d" sound: Some learners may drop the initial "d" sound, pronouncing it as "ecisive" [ɪˈsaɪ.sɪv]. This changes the word entirely. Tip: Always articulate the "d" clearly at the beginning.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners sometimes confuse "decisive" with "decide" [dɪˈsaɪd] due to similar sounds. Tip: Remember that "decisive" has three syllables, while "decide" has only two.