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fluctuate
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈflʌktʃʊeɪt
Examples:
Festive season sales fluctuate.
The price of the AB will fluctuate to the market.
Gas prices fluctuate outside Kansas.
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Common mistakes of fluctuate pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, pronouncing it as "fluc-ˈtu-ate". This is incorrect; the primary stress is on the first syllable: "ˈflʌk.tʃu.eɪt". Tip: Remember to emphasize the "fluc" part.
- Incorrect vowel sound: Many pronounce "fluctuate" with a short "u" sound, saying "fluc-tʃu-ˌate". The correct pronunciation uses the "ʌ" sound in the first syllable: "ˈflʌk.tʃu.eɪt". Tip: Practice saying "fluck" to get the right vowel.
- Overemphasizing the final syllable: Some speakers stress the last syllable too much, saying "fluctu-ˈate". The stress should remain on the first syllable, with a lighter final syllable: "ˈflʌk.tʃu.eɪt". Tip: Focus on a balanced rhythm throughout the word.
- Omitting the "t" sound: A common mistake is to pronounce it as "flucue-ate", dropping the "t" sound. The "t" is crucial in the word: "ˈflʌk.tʃu.eɪt". Tip: Pronounce the "t" clearly to maintain the word's integrity.
- Confusing the "ch" sound: Some learners pronounce "fluctuate" with a hard "k" sound, saying "fluc-kue-ate". The correct pronunciation uses the "tʃ" sound: "ˈflʌk.tʃu.eɪt". Tip: Practice "ch" as in "cheese" to master this sound.