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final
Definition:
(nou) the final match between the winners of all previous matches in an elimination tournament (nou) an examination administered at the end of an academic term
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈfaɪnəl
Examples:
The last unit also features a final quiz for the end of the semester.
The final warning is a premonition of the signalman's own death.
The last and final stage of the RDM is the termination stage.
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Common mistakes of final pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "fi-NAL" [faɪˈnæl]. The correct stress is on the first syllable: "FI-nal" [ˈfaɪ.nəl]. Tip: Remember to emphasize the "FI" when pronouncing "final".
- Omitting the vowel sound: A common mistake is dropping the unstressed vowel sound in the second syllable, saying "FINL." The correct pronunciation includes a clear "a": "fi-nal" [ˈfaɪ.nəl]. Tip: Practice saying the full second syllable to ensure clarity.
- Confusing the vowel sound: Some may pronounce "final" with a short "i" sound, saying "fin-al." The correct pronunciation uses a long "i": "fi-nal" [ˈfaɪ.nəl]. Tip: Focus on elongating the "i" sound to improve accuracy.
- Incorrectly pronouncing the "a": Learners might say "final" with a long "a" sound, like "fain-al." The correct sound is a schwa [ə]: "fi-nal" [ˈfaɪ.nəl]. Tip: Practice using a softer, shorter "a" in the second syllable.
- Blending the syllables: Some people blend the syllables together, saying "fainl." The correct pronunciation separates the syllables: "fi-nal" [ˈfaɪ.nəl]. Tip: Slow down your speech to clearly articulate each part of "final."