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How to pronounce:
discuss
Phonetic Transcription:
dɪˈskʌs
Examples:
It's not a forum to discuss the nature of antisocial personality disorder.
Don't discuss, just try to squelch the other side of the debate.
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Common mistakes of discuss pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "di-ˈskəs" instead of the correct "ˈdɪs.kʌs" (US) or "dɪs-ˈkʌs" (UK). Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable.
- Vowel confusion: Some learners mispronounce the vowel sound in "discuss," using "æ" as in "cat" instead of the correct "ɪ" as in "sit." Tip: Practice saying "discuss" with a clear "i" sound.
- Syllable omission: It's common to hear "discuss" pronounced as a single syllable, "dɪsks," which omits the vowel sound. Tip: Break it into two syllables: "dis" and "cuss."
- Final "s" sound: Some speakers drop the final "s," saying "discuss" like "discuss" without the "s" sound. Tip: Ensure to pronounce the final "s" clearly to maintain the word's integrity.
- Overemphasis on "cuss": Learners may overly stress the second syllable, making it sound like "cuss" is the main focus. Tip: Keep the first syllable strong and the second syllable lighter for balanced pronunciation.