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How to pronounce:
fifteen
Definition:
(nou) the cardinal number that is the sum of fourteen and one
Phonetic Transcription:
ˌfɪfˈtiːn
Examples:
The party holds six of the fifteen seats in the local council.
She was fifteen at the time of the wedding.
The maximum handicap for the event was fifteen.
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Common mistakes of fifteen pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "fif-ˈteen". Tip: Remember that in "fifteen", the stress is on the first syllable: "ˈfif.tiːn".
- Incorrect vowel sound: A common mistake is pronouncing "fifteen" with a short "i" sound, like "fif-ˈtin". Tip: Use a long "i" sound as in "fif-ˈteen": "tiː" to achieve the correct pronunciation.
- Skipping the "t" sound: Some people may omit the "t" in "fifteen", saying "fi-ˈfiːn". Tip: Ensure to pronounce the "t" clearly, as in "ˈfif.tiːn", to avoid confusion with other words.
- Confusing with other numbers: Learners sometimes mix up "fifteen" with "fifty", resulting in "ˈfif.ti" instead of "ˈfif.tiːn". Tip: Focus on the "teen" ending to differentiate between the two: "fifteen" has a longer vowel sound.
- Overemphasizing the "f": Some may pronounce "fifteen" with an exaggerated "f" sound, leading to "ˈfif.fteen". Tip: Keep the "f" crisp but not overly stressed: "ˈfif.tiːn" for clarity.