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How to pronounce:
designed
Phonetic Transcription:
dɪˈzaɪnd
Examples:
But this plan was not designed as a panacea for the refugee crisis.
Pedro designed the plan for the interment on six levels of the hill.
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Common mistakes of designed pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "de-SIGNED" instead of "DE-signed" (ˈdɪzaɪnd). Tip: Remember that in "designed", the primary stress is on the first syllable.
- Omitting the vowel sound: A common mistake is dropping the vowel sound in the second syllable, pronouncing it as "diznd". Tip: Ensure you pronounce the full "aɪ" sound in the second syllable to say "designed" correctly.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners may confuse "designed" with "design" (dɪˈzaɪn), leading to incorrect pronunciation. Tip: Remember that "designed" has an additional syllable, pronounced "DE-signed".
- Overemphasizing the "d": Some may overly stress the "d" at the beginning, saying "D-eh-signed". Tip: Focus on a smooth transition, ensuring "designed" starts with a clear "d" sound without extra emphasis.
- Incorrect vowel length: Mispronouncing the vowel sound can lead to saying "dizigned" instead of "designed". Tip: Pay attention to the diphthong "aɪ" in "designed" to maintain the correct pronunciation.