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emphasize
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈemfəsaɪz
Examples:
The emphasize the political aspect of the famine.
The infinitive will emphasize that the action is complete.
The messages emphasize prayer and penance.
Phonetic Transcription
ˈemfəsaɪz
Examples:
The emphasize the political aspect of the famine.
The infinitive will emphasize that the action is complete.
The messages emphasize prayer and penance.
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Common mistakes of emphasize pronunciation
- Stress placement: Some learners incorrectly place stress on the second syllable, saying "em-pha-SIZE". The correct pronunciation is "ˈɛm fəˌsaɪz" with primary stress on the first syllable. Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable.
- Vowel sound confusion: People may mispronounce "emphasize" by using a short "e" sound, saying "ɪm-fə-saɪz". The correct sound is a clearer "ɛ" as in "bed". Tip: Practice saying "emphasize" with a focus on the "ɛ" sound.
- Missing the final "z" sound: Some may pronounce "emphasize" as "ˈɛm fəˌsaɪ", dropping the final "z". The correct pronunciation includes the "z" sound as in "buzz". Tip: Always finish with the "z" for clarity.
- Incorrect syllable count: Learners might say "emphasize" with three syllables, like "em-pha-si-ze". The correct pronunciation has only four syllables: "ˈɛm fəˌsaɪz". Tip: Break it down into four distinct sounds to avoid confusion.
- Overemphasis on the second syllable: Some emphasize the second syllable too much, saying "em-pha-SIZE". The correct pronunciation is balanced, focusing on the first syllable. Tip: Keep the stress on the first syllable for proper pronunciation.
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