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exponentially

Phonetic Transcription:

ˌekspəˈnenʃəli

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Membership of the organisation increased exponentially.

The number of visitors increased exponentially.

The GDP of many countries grows exponentially.

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Common mistakes of exponentially pronunciation

  1. Misplacing stress: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "ex-ˌpo-nent-ially." The correct stress is on the third syllable: "ex-ˌpo-ˈnen-tially." Tip: Focus on emphasizing "nen" to get it right.
  2. Overpronouncing vowels: Many people exaggerate the vowel sounds, leading to "ex-po-ˈnen-tial-ly." The correct pronunciation is more fluid: "ex-po-ˈnen-tially." Tip: Practice saying it quickly to maintain smoothness.
  3. Dropping syllables: A common mistake is omitting the "t" sound, resulting in "ex-po-ˈnen-shally." The correct form includes all syllables: "ex-po-ˈnen-tially." Tip: Break the word down into parts to ensure every syllable is pronounced.
  4. Confusing the "t" sound: Some may pronounce it as "ex-po-ˈnen-shuh-lee," using a "sh" sound instead of "t." The correct pronunciation is "ex-po-ˈnen-tially." Tip: Pay attention to the "t" sound and practice with similar words.
  5. Incorrectly blending sounds: Learners might say "exponential-ly," treating it as two separate words. The correct pronunciation is "ex-po-ˈnen-tially," with a smooth transition. Tip: Listen to native speakers to grasp the flow of the word.

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How do you pronounce "exponentially" in American English?

In American English, "exponentially" is pronounced as /ˌɛkspəˈnɛnʧəli/. The stress is on the third syllable, "nen," making it sound like "ek-spuh-NEN-chuh-lee."

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

The pronunciation of "exponentially" is quite similar in both American and British English. However, British speakers may pronounce it with a slightly more pronounced "o" sound, resulting in /ˌɛkspəˈnɛnʧəli/ as well.

What are the syllables in "exponentially"?

The word "exponentially" has five syllables: "ex-po-nen-tial-ly." Each syllable is pronounced clearly, with the primary stress on the third syllable, "nen."

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "exponentially"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress, often saying "ex-pon-EN-tially" instead of the correct "ex-po-NEN-tially." Remember, the stress should always be on the "nen" syllable to sound natural.
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