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How to pronounce:
extravagant
Phonetic Transcription:
ɪkˈstrævəɡənt
Examples:
The wedding was very extravagant.
The recording was an extravagant and complex experience.
If the outside was extravagant, the interior was no anti climax.
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Common mistakes of extravagant pronunciation
- Stress on the wrong syllable: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "ex-trav-ˈa-gant". The correct stress is on the third syllable: "ex-ˈtra-va-gant". Tip: Remember that the primary stress falls on the "tra".
- Mispronouncing the "g": Some may pronounce "extravagant" with a hard "g" sound, saying "ex-trav-a-ˈgant". The correct pronunciation uses a soft "g" sound, as in "ex-trav-ˈa-gant". Tip: Focus on the "a" before the "g" to guide your pronunciation.
- Omitting the middle syllable: A common mistake is to say "ex-trav-ant", dropping the middle syllable. "Extravagant" has four syllables: "ex-ˈtra-va-gant". Tip: Break the word into parts to ensure you pronounce each syllable clearly.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some learners may mispronounce the "a" in "extravagant", saying "ex-trav-ə-gant" instead of "ex-trav-ˈa-gant". The correct vowel sound is more open. Tip: Practice saying "tra" with a clear "a" to avoid this mistake.
- Confusing with similar words: People often confuse "extravagant" with "extravaganza", leading to mispronunciation. "Extravagant" is pronounced "ex-ˈtra-va-gant", while "extravaganza" has a different stress pattern. Tip: Familiarize yourself with each word's unique syllable stress to avoid confusion.