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distinct
Phonetic Transcription:
dɪˈstɪŋkt
Examples:
In laced birds the lacing should be clear and distinct.
In laced birds, the lacing should be clear and distinct.
Are Sibyl, Sibylline Books and Sibylline Oracles being kept clear and distinct
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Common mistakes of distinct pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners put the stress on the second syllable, saying "dis-ˈtinct". This is incorrect. The correct pronunciation has primary stress on the second syllable: "dɪsˈtɪŋkt". Tip: Remember the stress is on "tinct".
- Forgetting the final "t": A common mistake is omitting the "t" sound at the end, leading to "dis-ˈtɪŋk". In both US and UK pronunciations, the "t" is pronounced clearly: "dɪsˈtɪŋkt". Tip: Practice ending with a strong "t" sound.
- Pronouncing the "i" incorrectly: Some may pronounce the "i" as in "machine", resulting in "dɪsˈtiŋkt". The correct vowel sound is a short "i", as in "sit": "dɪsˈtɪŋkt". Tip: Focus on a quick, short "i" sound.
- Confusing with "distinctive": Learners sometimes mix "distinct" with "distinctive", pronouncing it as "dɪsˈtɪŋk-tɪv". "Distinct" should be pronounced without the extra syllable: "dɪsˈtɪŋkt". Tip: Keep "distinct" to two syllables.
- Overemphasizing the "dis": Some may stress the "dis" too much, saying "ˈdɪs-tɪŋkt". The stress should be on "tinct": "dɪsˈtɪŋkt". Tip: Lightly pronounce "dis" and emphasize "tinct" to sound natural.