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flabbergasted

Phonetic Transcription:

ˈflæbəɡɑːstɪd

Examples:

He was flabbergasted at the amount of names there.

I'm rather flabbergasted by the discussion.

The teacher was flabbergasted at the profundity of the answer.

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Common mistakes of flabbergasted pronunciation

Misplacing stress: Some learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "flab-er-GA-sted." The correct stress is on the first syllable: /ˈflæb.ər.ɡæst.ɪd/ (US) and /ˈflæb.ə.ɡɑː.stɪd/ (UK). Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable for clarity.
Incorrect vowel sounds: The first vowel in "flabbergasted" is often mispronounced. Some may say "flabber-gasted" with a long "a" sound. The correct sound is /æ/ as in "cat." Tip: Practice saying "cat" to get the right vowel sound.
Dropping syllables: A common mistake is omitting the "er" in the second syllable, resulting in "flab-gasted." The full pronunciation includes every syllable: /ˈflæb.ər.ɡæst.ɪd/ (US) and /ˈflæb.ə.ɡɑː.stɪd/ (UK). Tip: Break the word into syllables to ensure you pronounce each one.
Mispronouncing the final "ed": Some learners pronounce "flabbergasted" as "flabbergast" without the final "ed." The correct pronunciation includes the "ɪd" ending: /ˈflæb.ər.ɡæst.ɪd/ (US) and /ˈflæb.ə.ɡɑː.stɪd/ (UK). Tip: Practice words ending in "ed" to master this sound.
Confusing with similar words: Learners may confuse "flabbergasted" with "gobsmacked" or "astonished," leading to incorrect usage. Each word has a distinct pronunciation and meaning. Tip: Familiarize yourself with the definitions and sounds of these synonyms for better usage.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "flabbergasted"?

In English, "flabbergasted" is pronounced as /ˈflæb.ər.ˌɡæs.tɪd/. The primary stress is on the first syllable, "flab," while the second syllable, "ber," has a schwa sound, making it less stressed.

Is there a difference between US and UK pronunciation of "flabbergasted"?

No, the pronunciation of "flabbergasted" is the same in both US and UK English, which is /ˈflæb.ər.ˌɡæs.tɪd/. Both variants emphasize the first syllable and maintain the same vowel sounds throughout.

How many syllables are in "flabbergasted"?

"Flabbergasted" has four syllables: "flab," "er," "gas," and "ted." Each syllable is pronounced clearly, with the first syllable receiving the most stress.

What common mistakes do people make when pronouncing "flabbergasted"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress, such as stressing "gas" instead of "flab." Additionally, some may pronounce the "er" syllable too strongly, which can change the flow of the word.