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How to pronounce:
extraordinary
Phonetic Transcription:
ɪkˈstrɔːdənri
Examples:
The additions to the article make it extraordinary.
The basketball player's skill is extraordinary.
The pontificate faced extraordinary problems.
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Common mistakes of extraordinary pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners place the stress on the wrong syllable, saying "ex-tra-OR-di-na-ry" instead of "ex-TRA-or-di-na-ry" (US: /ɪkˈstrɔːrdəˌnɛri/, UK: /ɪkˈstrɔːdənəri/). Tip: Focus on the third syllable for proper emphasis.
- Overpronouncing vowels: Some may overly emphasize the "a" in "extraordinary," saying "ex-tra-or-DI-na-ry" instead of "ex-TRA-or-di-na-ry." Tip: Keep the "a" subtle to maintain the flow of the word.
- Skipping syllables: A common mistake is omitting the "di" syllable, pronouncing it as "ex-TRA-nary." This can lead to confusion. Tip: Practice saying each syllable clearly to avoid dropping any sounds.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Mispronouncing the "o" in "extraordinary" can lead to saying "ex-tra-ORD-inary," which is incorrect. Tip: Use the correct vowel sound /ɔː/ in the stressed syllable to ensure accuracy.
- Confusing with similar words: Some may confuse "extraordinary" with "extra" or "ordinary," leading to mispronunciations. Tip: Familiarize yourself with the full pronunciation of "extraordinary" to distinguish it from those similar terms.