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exhilarating
Phonetic Transcription:
ɪɡˈzɪləreɪtɪŋ
Examples:
The shows are exhilarating.
It is both exhilarating and humbling.
The air was healthy and exhilarating.
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Common mistakes of exhilarating pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "ex-ˈhilarating". The correct stress is on the third syllable: "ˌɛksɪˈlɛrəˌteɪtɪŋ" (US), "ɪɡˈzɪləreɪtɪŋ" (UK). Tip: Practice emphasizing the "ˈlɛ" sound to get it right.
- Overemphasizing "ex": Saying "ˈexhilarating" can sound awkward. The "ex" should be pronounced more lightly: "ɛks". Tip: Focus on blending "ex" smoothly into the rest of the word.
- Ignoring the "h": Some speakers omit the "h" sound, saying "egzilarating". This changes the pronunciation to "ɪɡˈzɪləreɪtɪŋ". Tip: Make sure to pronounce the "h" clearly to maintain the correct sound.
- Mispronouncing the vowels: People often confuse the vowels, saying "exhilarating" with "i" instead of "ɛ". The correct pronunciation is "ˌɛksɪˈlɛrəˌteɪtɪŋ". Tip: Listen to native speakers to hear the correct vowel sounds.
- Skipping the final "g": Some learners pronounce it as "exhilaratin". The final "g" is important and should be pronounced as "ɪŋ". Tip: Practice ending the word with a clear "ting" sound to ensure completeness.