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dubious
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈdjuːbɪəs
Examples:
The content of the edition is dubious.
However, the name of the article is dubious.
The previous seems dubious and trite.
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Common mistakes of dubious pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many people stress the second syllable, saying "du-'bi-ous" instead of the correct "'du-bi-ous" (ˈdjuː.bi.əs in UK, ˈduː.bi.əs in US). Tip: Focus on the first syllable to get it right.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some pronounce "dubious" with an "o" sound, saying "'doob-ious." This is incorrect; the "u" should sound like "you" (ˈdjuː). Tip: Practice saying "you" to master the vowel sound.
- Omitting syllables: A common error is to reduce "dubious" to two syllables, saying "'du-bious." This misses the full pronunciation of three syllables. Tip: Break it down slowly: "du-bi-ous."
- Overemphasis on the "b": Some speakers emphasize the "b," resulting in "du-'bi-ous" sounding too heavy. The "b" should be lighter, almost blending into the surrounding sounds. Tip: Keep the "b" soft and quick.
- Confusing with similar words: People may confuse "dubious" with "dubiousness" or "doubtful," leading to incorrect pronunciation. "Dubious" (ˈdjuː.bi.əs) has distinct sounds. Tip: Listen to native speakers to differentiate these words accurately.