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descriptive
Phonetic Transcription:
dɪˈskrɪptɪv
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Common mistakes of descriptive pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "de-ˈscrip-tive". In English, the primary stress is on the second syllable: "dɪ-ˈskrɪp-tɪv" (US) / "dɪ-ˈskrɪp-tɪv" (UK). Tip: Practice emphasizing the "skrip" part.
- Vowel sound confusion: Some may pronounce "descriptive" with a short "e" sound, saying "dɪ-ˈskrɪptɪv" instead of the correct "dɪ-ˈskrɪp-tɪv". The "t" is pronounced clearly. Tip: Focus on the "i" in the second syllable to ensure clarity.
- Dropping the "t": A common mistake is omitting the "t" sound, resulting in "de-scrip-ive". The correct pronunciation includes the "t": "dɪ-ˈskrɪp-tɪv". Tip: Make sure to articulate the "t" to avoid losing the syllable.
- Incorrect vowel length: Some learners may use a long "i" sound, saying "dɪ-ˈscrip-tiv". The correct vowel sound is short: "dɪ-ˈskrɪp-tɪv". Tip: Practice saying the word slowly to master the short vowel sounds.
- Mispronouncing the ending: Some might incorrectly say "descriptiv" without the final vowel sound. The correct form is "dɪ-ˈskrɪp-tɪv". Tip: Always finish with the "tɪv" to sound complete and accurate.