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derive
Phonetic Transcription:
dɪˈraɪv
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Common mistakes of derive pronunciation
- Incorrect stress placement: Some learners stress the second syllable, saying "de-RIVE" instead of "DE-rive" (ˈdɪraɪv). Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the second syllable, making it sound more natural.
- Vowel sound confusion: The initial vowel can be mispronounced as "e" instead of the correct "i" sound. Some say "de-reive." Tip: Practice the short "i" sound as in "sit" to ensure clarity in "derive."
- Mispronouncing the ending: Some might pronounce "derive" with a hard "v" sound, sounding like "de-RIV." Tip: Make sure to articulate the "v" clearly, as in "very," to avoid this mistake.
- Overemphasizing the "d": Learners sometimes pronounce "derive" with an exaggerated "d" sound, like "D-derive." Tip: Keep the initial sound soft and smooth to maintain the flow of the word.
- Skipping the second syllable: Some may say "deriv" instead of "derive." Tip: Always include both syllables when pronouncing "derive" to convey the word correctly and fully.