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estranged
Phonetic Transcription:
ɪˈstreɪndʒd
Examples:
His estranged wife Robyn is the president of the charity.
The season ends with the arrival of Derek's estranged wife, Addison.
The couple were later separated and estranged.
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Common mistakes of estranged pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly place stress on the second syllable, saying "es-ˈtranged". The correct pronunciation is "ˈes.trændʒd" with primary stress on the first syllable. Tip: Remember to emphasize the "es" sound.
- Mispronouncing the "str" blend: Some may pronounce "estranged" as "es-ˈt ranged", separating the "str" blend. The correct pronunciation is "ˈes.trændʒd", keeping the "str" together. Tip: Practice saying "street" to master the "str" sound.
- Overemphasizing the "d" sound: Learners often pronounce the final "d" too strongly, making it sound like "estrang-ed". The correct pronunciation is "ˈes.trændʒd", where the "d" is softer. Tip: Focus on blending the "d" with the preceding sound.
- Vowel sound confusion: Some people mispronounce the vowel in the first syllable, saying "ˈe-stranged" instead of "ˈes-tranged". The correct vowel sound is a short "e," as in "bed". Tip: Practice with words like "best" to get the vowel right.
- Ignoring the "d" at the end: A common mistake is dropping the final "d," resulting in "estrange". The proper pronunciation is "ˈes.trændʒd", with the "d" clearly pronounced. Tip: Say the full word slowly to ensure you include the "d" sound.