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How to pronounce:
excellent
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈeksələnt
Examples:
They're a good sign of excellent judgement and thoughtfulness.
The quality of the water from the Tomhannock Reservoir is good to excellent.
His posture is excellent.
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Common mistakes of excellent pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "ex-ˈcel-lent". In both US and UK English, the primary stress is on the first syllable: "ˈɛk.sə.lənt". Tip: Remember to emphasize "ex" when pronouncing "excellent".
- Overemphasizing vowels: A common mistake is to overemphasize the "e" in "excellent", making it sound like "ˈɛk.sə.lɪnt". The correct pronunciation is "ˈɛk.sə.lənt", with a schwa sound in the second syllable. Tip: Keep the second syllable soft and quick.
- Dropping the "t": Some speakers may drop the "t" sound at the end, saying "ˈɛk.sə.lən". This is incorrect; the "t" is essential. In IPA, it should be "ˈɛk.sə.lənt". Tip: Practice saying the word slowly to ensure you include the final "t".
- Confusing with similar words: Learners sometimes confuse "excellent" with "excellently" or "excellence", leading to mispronunciation. "Excellent" is pronounced "ˈɛk.sə.lənt", while "excellence" is "ˈɛk.sə.ləns". Tip: Focus on the distinct endings of each word to avoid confusion.
- Incorrect syllable count: Some may mistakenly pronounce "excellent" as having three syllables, saying "ex-cel-lent". The correct pronunciation has only three syllables: "ˈɛk.sə.lənt". Tip: Break the word into its parts, emphasizing the first syllable to maintain clarity.