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devastate
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈdevəsteɪt
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Common mistakes of devastate pronunciation
- Stress misplacement: Some learners may incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "dev-ˈa-state". The correct stress is on the first syllable: "ˈdɛv.ə.steɪt". Tip: Practice saying "devastate" slowly, emphasizing the first syllable.
- Vowel confusion: The vowel sound in the first syllable can be mispronounced as "æ" instead of "ɛ", leading to "dæv.ə.steɪt". The correct pronunciation is "ˈdɛv.ə.steɪt". Tip: Focus on the "e" sound in "devastate" to avoid confusion.
- Incorrect vowel length: Some may pronounce the second syllable too short, saying "devastat". The correct pronunciation includes a long "a" sound: "ˈdɛv.ə.steɪt". Tip: Stretch the "a" sound in the second syllable when practicing.
- Final "t" sound: A common error is dropping the final "t", resulting in "devastate" sounding like "devastat". The "t" should be clearly pronounced: "ˈdɛv.ə.steɪt". Tip: Emphasize the "t" at the end to ensure clarity.
- Over-emphasis on syllables: Some speakers may overly emphasize each syllable, leading to a choppy pronunciation like "de-va-sta-te". The correct flow is smoother: "ˈdɛv.ə.steɪt". Tip: Practice saying the word fluidly to maintain a natural rhythm.