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figurative
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈfɪɡjərətɪv
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The meaning of the sentence is so figurative to understand fully.
Absence of the proper context may defeat the figurative meaning.
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Common mistakes of figurative pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "fi-ˈgjuː-rə-tiv". The correct stress is on the first syllable, "ˈfɪg-jər-ə-tɪv". Tip: Always emphasize the first syllable for accurate pronunciation.
- Vowel sound confusion: Some might pronounce "figurative" with a long "i" sound, saying "ˈfaɪg-jər-ə-tiv". The correct vowel sound is a short "i" as in "fit", represented by "ɪ". Tip: Focus on the short "i" sound to avoid confusion.
- Silent letters: A common mistake is to pronounce the "u" in the second syllable, leading to "fi-ˈgjuː-rə-tiv". In reality, the "u" is silent in this context. Tip: Remember that the "u" is not pronounced, simplifying the word to "ˈfɪg-jər-ə-tɪv".
- Syllable count: Some learners may reduce the syllable count to three, saying "fig-ˈrat-iv". "Figurative" has four syllables: "ˈfɪg-jər-ə-tɪv". Tip: Break the word down into four distinct syllables to enhance clarity.
- Ending sound: A frequent error is mispronouncing the ending, leading to "figurativ". The correct pronunciation includes the "ə-tɪv" ending, as in "ˈfɪg-jər-ə-tɪv". Tip: Ensure you articulate the final syllable clearly to complete the word correctly.