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economical
Phonetic Transcription:
ˌiːkəˈnɒmɪkəl
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Common mistakes of economical pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many people incorrectly place stress on the second syllable, saying "e-ˌcon-ˈo-mi-cal". The correct pronunciation is "ˌɛkəˈnɒmɪkəl" (UK) and "ˌɛkəˈnɑmɪkəl" (US), with stress on the third syllable. Tip: Remember to emphasize the "nom" syllable.
- Vowel sounds: Some mispronounce the first vowel sound as "i" instead of "ɛ", saying "i-conomical". The correct pronunciation starts with the "ɛ" sound as in "bed". Tip: Practice saying "e" as in "met" to get it right.
- Ending pronunciation: A common mistake is to drop the final "cal" sound, resulting in "economi". The correct ending is pronounced "kəl" as in "local". Tip: Focus on clearly articulating the "cal" at the end.
- Syllable omission: Some speakers skip the second syllable, saying "econ-omical". The correct pronunciation includes all syllables: "ˌɛkəˈnɒmɪkəl" (UK) or "ˌɛkəˈnɑmɪkəl" (US). Tip: Count the syllables while pronouncing to ensure none are missed.
- Intonation patterns: Incorrect intonation can lead to misunderstandings. Some may say "economical" with a flat tone. The correct intonation should rise and fall naturally, especially on stressed syllables. Tip: Listen to native speakers to grasp the natural flow.