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How to pronounce:
fierce
Phonetic Transcription:
fɪəs
Examples:
The big problem was that the competition was fierce.
The competition between the two is fierce.
The competition is fierce between the corporations.
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Common mistakes of fierce pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners may incorrectly stress the second syllable, pronouncing it as "fi-ERCE" instead of "FI-erce" (ˈfɪərs). Tip: Always emphasize the first syllable to sound natural.
- Omitting the vowel sound: A common mistake is to skip the vowel sound in the first syllable, saying "frce" instead of "fierce". This can lead to confusion. Tip: Remember to pronounce the "fi" clearly as /fɪ/.
- Confusing "fierce" with "fears": Some might pronounce "fierce" as "fears" (/fɪrz/), which changes the meaning entirely. Tip: Focus on the "ce" at the end, pronouncing it as /s/ to differentiate.
- Incorrect vowel pronunciation: Learners may pronounce the vowel sound too harshly, saying "fearce" instead of "fierce". This can sound unnatural. Tip: Soften the "i" to /ɪ/ for a more accurate pronunciation.
- Overemphasizing the "r": Some speakers may overly stress the "r" sound, leading to "fi-ers" instead of "fierce". This alters the word's clarity. Tip: Keep the "r" subtle and focus on the "fi" and "ce" sounds.