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How to pronounce:
flippant
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈflɪpənt
Examples:
Being flippant is not the same as being rude.
The reply was quite flippant.
To do so is flippant at the very least.
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Common mistakes of flippant pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "fli-ˈpant". The correct pronunciation is "ˈflɪp.ənt" in both US and UK English. Tip: Focus on the first syllable to maintain the correct emphasis.
- Omitting the vowel sound: A common mistake is to pronounce "flippant" as "ˈflɪpnt", dropping the unstressed vowel sound. The correct form is "ˈflɪp.ənt". Tip: Remember to include the schwa sound in the second syllable.
- Overemphasizing the "t": Some speakers pronounce "flippant" with a strong "t" sound, making it sound like "ˈflɪp.pənt". The accurate pronunciation is "ˈflɪp.ənt". Tip: Keep the "t" soft to avoid overemphasis on the final consonant.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners may confuse "flippant" with "flippanty", which is incorrect. "Flippant" is pronounced "ˈflɪp.ənt". Tip: Pay attention to the context to ensure you are using the correct form.
- Mispronouncing the vowel: Some people pronounce the first syllable as "flee" instead of "flip", saying "ˈfliːp.ənt". The accurate pronunciation is "ˈflɪp.ənt". Tip: Practice saying the word slowly to focus on the correct vowel sound in the first syllable.