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deserted
Phonetic Transcription:
dɪˈzɜːtɪd
Examples:
The inhabitants deserted the fort.
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Common mistakes of deserted pronunciation
- Stress misplacement: Some learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying /dɪˈzɜːtɪd/ instead of /dɪˈzɜːtɪd/ (UK) or /dɪˈzɝːtɪd/ (US). Tip: Remember to stress the second syllable "zer".
- Vowel confusion: The vowel sound in the first syllable may be mispronounced as "e" instead of "i," leading to "de-zurted." The correct pronunciation is /dɪˈzɜːtɪd/ (UK) or /dɪˈzɝːtɪd/ (US). Tip: Focus on the short "i" sound in "deserted".
- Final "ed" sound: Some speakers may pronounce the "ed" ending as /ɛd/ instead of the correct /ɪd/. This can lead to saying "deserted" as "desertɛd." Tip: Use the /ɪd/ sound for the "ed" ending.
- Overemphasis on "des": Learners might overly stress the first syllable, pronouncing it as "DEZ-erted." The correct stress is on the second syllable. Tip: Practice saying "deserted" with a lighter touch on the first syllable.
- Missing the "t" sound: Some may drop the "t" sound, saying "deser-ed" instead of "deserted." This can change the word's clarity. Tip: Ensure to pronounce the "t" clearly in "deserted".