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flexible
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈfleksəbəl
Examples:
But the usage of the field is flexible.
The 'clay is flexible and changeable.
The clay is flexible and changeable.
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Common mistakes of flexible pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "flexi-ble" /ˈflɛk.sɪ.bəl/. The correct stress is on the first syllable: "flexible" /ˈflɛk.sə.bəl/. Tip: Remember to emphasize the "flex" part.
- Vowel sound confusion: Some learners pronounce the second syllable as "i" /ɪ/ instead of the schwa /ə/. This leads to "flexi-ble" sounding unnatural. Tip: Practice saying "flexible" slowly to focus on the relaxed vowel sound.
- Overemphasizing the "ble": People often make the "ble" sound too pronounced, saying "flexi-ble" /ˈflɛk.sɪ.bəl/ instead of the smoother /bəl/. Tip: Keep the "ble" light and quick to maintain fluency.
- Omitting the "e": Some speakers drop the "e" entirely, resulting in "flexibl" /ˈflɛk.sɪb/. This can confuse listeners. Tip: Always include the "e" to ensure clarity when saying "flexible."
- Mixing up US and UK pronunciation: The UK version may sound slightly different, pronounced as /ˈflɛk.sɪ.bəl/ compared to the US /ˈflɛk.sə.bəl/. Tip: Listen to both versions to distinguish subtle differences in vowel sounds.