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exaggerate

Phonetic Transcription:

ɪɡˈzædʒəreɪt

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Common mistakes of exaggerate pronunciation

Stress misplacement: Many learners place stress incorrectly, saying "exaggerate" as ˈɛɡzædʒəˌreɪt instead of the correct ˈɪɡzædʒəˌreɪt. Tip: Remember to stress the first syllable, "ex".
Vowel confusion: Some pronounce the first vowel as "e" in "exaggerate" as in "bed", leading to "ɛ". The correct sound is "ɪ". Tip: Practice saying "igzaggerate" to emphasize the correct vowel sound.
Syllable omission: It's common to drop the middle syllable, saying "exaggerate" as "exagerate". This omits the "jə" sound. Tip: Break it down into three syllables: "ig-zag-er-ate".
Ending sound error: Learners may pronounce the final "t" in "exaggerate" softly or not at all, resulting in "exaggera". The correct pronunciation includes a clear "t" sound. Tip: Focus on pronouncing "reɪt" distinctly.
Overemphasis on "g": Some stress the "g" too much, saying "exaggerate" as "egg-zaggerate". The "g" should be softer and less pronounced. Tip: Say it more fluidly as "ig-zag-er-ate" to achieve the right balance.

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How do you pronounce "exaggerate" in American English?

In American English, "exaggerate" is pronounced as /ɪɡˈzædʒ.ə.reɪt/, with the primary stress on the second syllable "zædʒ". The "e" in the last syllable is pronounced like the long "a" sound, as in "ate".

Is there a difference in pronunciation of "exaggerate" between American and British English?

Yes, in British English, "exaggerate" is pronounced as /ɪɡˈzædʒ.ə.rət/, where the last syllable has a schwa sound instead of the long "a". This means the "te" is pronounced more like "t" rather than "ate".

What is the syllable breakdown for the word "exaggerate"?

"Exaggerate" has four syllables: "ex", "ag", "ger", and "ate". The syllable division helps with pronunciation, focusing on the stressed syllable "zædʒ".

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "exaggerate"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress, often saying "exaggerate" with stress on the first syllable instead of the second. This can lead to confusion, as the correct stress is important for clarity.