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elaborate
Phonetic Transcription:
ɪˈlæbəreɪt
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Common mistakes of elaborate pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "e-LAB-or-ate" instead of the correct "e-LAB-o-rate" (ˈɪˌlæbəˌreɪt in US, ɪˈlæbəreɪt in UK). Tip: Focus on emphasizing the first syllable.
- Syllable omission: Some people mistakenly pronounce "elaborate" as "elabrit," dropping the middle syllable. This can lead to confusion. Tip: Practice saying each syllable clearly: "e-LAB-o-rate."
- Vowel sound errors: Mispronouncing the "a" in the second syllable is common, leading to "e-lab-OR-ate." The correct sound is a schwa, as in "e-LAB-uh-rate." Tip: Use the schwa sound to simplify pronunciation.
- Ending sound confusion: Some may pronounce the final "ate" as "it" instead of "ate" (ˈeɪt). This changes the meaning and correctness. Tip: Remember that "elaborate" ends with the long "ate" sound.
- Overemphasis on "or": Learners sometimes place too much emphasis on the "or" sound, making it sound like "e-lab-OR-ate." The correct pronunciation has a softer "o" sound. Tip: Keep the "or" subtle to maintain the flow of the word.