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diurnal
Phonetic Transcription:
daɪˈɜːnəl
Examples:
The third shows the day long period of a diurnal tide.
They are diurnal, but inactive during the heat of the day.
It oscillates throughout the day, producing the diurnal tides.
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Common mistakes of diurnal pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "di-UR-nal" instead of the correct "DI-urnal" (ˈdaɪˌɜrnəl in US, ˈdaɪˌɜːnəl in UK). Tip: Focus on emphasizing the first syllable.
- Vowel confusion: Some may pronounce the "u" in "diurnal" as a long "u" sound, leading to "die-URN-al." The correct pronunciation uses a schwa sound /ə/ in the second syllable. Tip: Practice saying "diurnal" with a quick, relaxed second syllable.
- Missing the "d" sound: Learners might drop the initial "d," saying "iurnal" instead of "diurnal." This changes the word entirely. Tip: Always start with a clear "d" sound to maintain the word's integrity.
- Overemphasizing the "r": It's common to overly stress the "r" in "diurnal," resulting in "diur-nal." The correct pronunciation has a softer "r" sound. Tip: Keep the "r" subtle to ensure a smoother flow.
- Incorrect syllable division: Some may incorrectly divide "diurnal" as "di-ur-nal," adding an extra syllable. The correct division is "di-urnal." Tip: Break the word into two distinct syllables: "DI" and "urnal."