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depict
Phonetic Transcription:
dɪˈpɪkt
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Common mistakes of depict pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "de-ˈpict." The correct stress is on the second syllable: "dɪˈpɪkt" in US and "dɪˈpɪkt" in UK. Tip: Emphasize the "pict" part when pronouncing "depict."
- Vowel sound confusion: Some may pronounce "depict" with an incorrect vowel sound, like "de-ˈpeekt." The correct pronunciation uses a short "i" sound: "dɪˈpɪkt." Tip: Practice saying "bit" to help with the short "i" in "depict."
- Overemphasizing the "d": A common mistake is to overemphasize the initial "d," resulting in a pronunciation like "ˈde-pict." The correct way is to keep it soft: "dɪˈpɪkt." Tip: Start with a light "d" sound to maintain fluency.
- Ignoring the final "t": Some learners may drop the final "t," pronouncing it as "de-pik." The correct form must include the "t": "dɪˈpɪkt." Tip: Practice ending the word firmly with "t" to ensure clarity.
- Mispronouncing the "c": A frequent error is saying "depict" with a hard "c," like "de-pickt." The correct pronunciation has a soft "c" sound: "dɪˈpɪkt." Tip: Remember that "c" before "t" in this context is pronounced as "k."