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How to pronounce:
exactly
Phonetic Transcription:
ɪɡˈzæktli
Examples:
His comparison was exactly correct.
How exactly does this reflect an accurate picture of the female libido
The summary is exactly and concisely correct and sums up the article.
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Common mistakes of exactly pronunciation
- Stress misplacement: Many learners place the stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "e-ˈzact-ly" instead of the correct "ˈɪɡ.zækt.li". Tip: Remember to stress the first syllable for clarity.
- Vowel confusion: Some pronounce "exactly" with a short "e" sound, saying "ɪgˈzɛkt.li" instead of "ˈɪɡ.zækt.li". Tip: Focus on the "æ" sound in the second syllable for accurate pronunciation.
- Missing syllable: A common mistake is to say "exacly" by omitting the second syllable. This leads to "ɪɡˈzækt" instead of "ˈɪɡ.zækt.li". Tip: Practice saying each syllable clearly to avoid skipping.
- Incorrect vowel length: Some learners pronounce the second syllable too short, saying "ɪgˈzakt.li" instead of "ˈɪɡ.zækt.li". Tip: Ensure the vowel in "æ" is pronounced fully to sound more natural.
- Final "ly" sound: A mistake occurs when the "ly" is pronounced too softly, leading to "ɪɡˈzækt.ɪ" instead of "ˈɪɡ.zækt.li". Tip: Emphasize the "li" at the end to complete the word properly.