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electrical
Phonetic Transcription:
ɪˈlektrɪkəl
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Common mistakes of electrical pronunciation
- Stress placement: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "e-ˈlectrical". The correct primary stress is on the second syllable, "e-ˈlec-tri-cal". Tip: Focus on emphasizing "lec" to achieve the right stress pattern.
- Incorrect vowel sound: A common mistake is pronouncing "e" in "electrical" as a long vowel, like "ee". The correct pronunciation is a short vowel sound, as in "e-ˈlectrical". Tip: Practice saying "e" like in "bed" to get it right.
- Missing syllables: Some may pronounce "electrical" with fewer syllables, saying "e-ˈlectr-ical". The proper pronunciation includes all syllables: "e-ˈlec-tri-cal". Tip: Break the word down into its syllables while practicing to ensure you include them all.
- Overemphasizing "cal": Learners sometimes place too much emphasis on the last syllable, saying "e-ˈlec-tri-ˈcal". The correct pronunciation has a lighter stress on "cal". Tip: Keep "cal" softer and quicker in comparison to "lec" and "tri".
- Mispronouncing "tri": Some may pronounce "tri" as "try", leading to confusion. The correct sound is "tri" as in "tree". Tip: Practice the "tri" sound separately to avoid blending it with "try".