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How to pronounce:
delve
Phonetic Transcription:
delv
Examples:
Let's delve into the origins of the disputes.
It did not delve into the various laws of the land.
A serious discussion of Art will begin to delve into these interrelationships.
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Common mistakes of delve pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "delve" with an incorrect vowel sound, such as /ɛ/ instead of /ɛl/. Tip: Focus on the /ɛl/ sound in the middle to ensure clarity.
- Ignoring the consonant ending: A common mistake is to drop the final "v" sound, leading to "del" instead of "delve" (/dɛlv/). Tip: Practice the "v" sound by placing your top teeth on your bottom lip.
- Incorrect stress placement: Some speakers stress the wrong syllable, saying "DEL-ve" instead of the correct "del-VE" (/ˈdɛlv/ for US and UK). Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable.
- Adding an extra syllable: Learners sometimes say "del-ev" instead of "delve" (/dɛlv/). Tip: Keep it a single syllable by blending the sounds smoothly without adding extra vowels.
- Overemphasizing the "d" sound: Some may pronounce "delve" with an exaggerated "d," sounding like "dell-vee." Tip: Keep the initial "d" soft and blend it quickly into the "el" sound for natural pronunciation.