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dramatic
Phonetic Transcription:
drəˈmætɪk
Examples:
The effect was instantaneous and dramatic.
The dramatic effect is heightened by the striking effects of light and shade.
Music and pyrotechnics accompany the ritual for dramatic effect.
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Common mistakes of dramatic pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many speakers incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "drah-MAT-ik" instead of "druh-MAT-ik" (US: /drəˈmætɪk/, UK: /drəˈmætɪk/). Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the third syllable.
- Overemphasizing the first syllable: Some people pronounce "dramatic" with a strong emphasis on the first syllable, as in "DRAM-atic". This can lead to confusion. Tip: Focus on a softer "druh" sound at the beginning.
- Incorrect vowel sound: The first vowel sound is often mispronounced as a long "a", resulting in "drah-matic" instead of "druh-matic". Tip: Use a schwa sound /ə/ for the first syllable to keep it correct.
- Dropping the final "ic": In casual speech, some might say "dramatic" as "dramat". This omits the important ending. Tip: Always pronounce the final "ic" clearly to maintain the word's integrity.
- Blending sounds: Some speakers blend "dramatic" into one sound, losing clarity, saying "dramatik". Tip: Pronounce each syllable distinctly: "druh-MAT-ik", ensuring clarity in communication.