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How to pronounce:
depend
Phonetic Transcription:
dɪˈpend
Examples:
Optimal patterns depend on the car and the conditions.
The exact conditions depend on the country and category of visa.
Corrosion rates depend on the depth of submersion and seawater conditions.
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Common mistakes of depend pronunciation
- Incorrect vowel sound: Some learners may pronounce "depend" with an incorrect vowel sound, saying /dɪˈpɛnd/ instead of the correct /dɪˈpɛnd/ in US English and /dɪˈpɛnd/ in UK English. Tip: Focus on the short "e" sound, like in "bed".
- Misplaced stress: A common mistake is placing stress on the second syllable, saying "de-PEND" instead of the correct "de-PEND". This can change the word's meaning. Tip: Remember that the stress is always on the second syllable.
- Overemphasizing the "d": Some may overemphasize the initial "d" sound, making it sound too harsh, like "D-depend". This is incorrect. Tip: Keep the "d" sound soft and natural, as in "dog".
- Dropping the final "d": Learners sometimes drop the final "d", saying "depen" instead of "depend". This can lead to misunderstandings. Tip: Always pronounce the final "d" clearly to maintain the word's integrity.
- Confusing with similar words: Some may confuse "depend" with "dependant" or "dependent", leading to mispronunciation. While "depend" is /dɪˈpɛnd/, "dependent" is /dɪˈpɛndənt/. Tip: Practice each word separately to distinguish them clearly.