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enthusiastic
Phonetic Transcription:
ɪnˌθjuːzɪˈæstɪk
Examples:
He was enthusiastic about the script and eager to accept the role.
The fans have been called enthusiastic and their passion unsurpassed in MLS.
I was being breathlessly enthusiastic.
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Common mistakes of enthusiastic pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "en-THU-si-as-tic" instead of "en-thu-si-ˈæs-tɪk". Tip: Focus on the primary stress on the last syllable to sound more natural.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some may pronounce the "th" as "d" or "t", saying "en-DU-si-as-tic" or "en-TU-si-as-tic". Tip: Remember that "th" in "enthusiastic" is pronounced as /θ/ in both US and UK English.
- Missing syllables: A common mistake is to omit the final syllable, resulting in "en-thu-si-ˈæs" instead of "en-thu-si-ˈæs-tɪk". Tip: Practice saying each syllable clearly to ensure you include the final sound.
- Overemphasis on the "i": Some learners might stress the "i" in "enthusiastic," leading to "en-thu-ˈzi-as-tic". Tip: Keep the "i" light and blend it smoothly into the preceding syllable.
- Vowel reduction in unstressed syllables: People often pronounce the unstressed "u" as "a", leading to "en-THA-si-as-tic". Tip: Use a schwa sound /ə/ for unstressed syllables to maintain clarity in pronunciation.