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february
Definition:
(nou) the month following January and preceding March
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈfebjʊəri
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Common mistakes of february pronunciation
- Missing the first "r": Many people pronounce "February" as "feb-yoo-ary," omitting the first "r." This leads to a mispronunciation. Tip: Remember to articulate the "r" sound, making it "ˈfeb.ruː.ˌɛr.i" in US English.
- Incorrect vowel sound: Some may pronounce "February" with a short "e" sound, saying "feb-uary." The correct pronunciation features a longer "e" sound. Tip: Focus on the "e" in "Feb" sounding like "ɛ" as in "bed," not "ɪ."
- Stress placement: A common mistake is stressing the second syllable instead of the first. The correct stress is on the first syllable in "February." Tip: Emphasize "ˈfeb" when saying the word to ensure correct stress placement.
- Overlooking the "u": Some speakers drop the "u" in "February," leading to "feb-ru-ary." This can confuse listeners. Tip: Include the "u" sound in the second syllable, pronouncing it as "ˈfeb.ruː.ˌɛr.i" for clarity.
- Mispronouncing the final "y": A frequent error is pronouncing the last syllable as "ree" instead of "i." This alters the word's meaning. Tip: End with the "i" sound, making it "ˈfeb.ruː.ˌɛr.i" to ensure accuracy.