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How to pronounce:
fragile
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈfrædʒaɪl
Examples:
Her bones are weak and fragile.
Life is happenstance and fragile.
The chinaware was very fragile.
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Common mistakes of fragile pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "frag-ILE" instead of the correct "FRAG-ile". Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable, as indicated by IPA: /ˈfrædʒ.aɪl/ (US) and /ˈfrædʒ.ɪl/ (UK).
- Vowel confusion: Some pronounce "fragile" with a long "a" sound, saying "fray-jile". This is incorrect. Tip: Focus on the short "a" in the first syllable, pronounced as /æ/, to avoid this mistake.
- Overemphasizing "g": A common error is to pronounce "fragile" as "fragg-ile," stressing the "g" sound too much. Tip: Keep the "g" soft, as in /dʒ/, to maintain the correct pronunciation.
- Ignoring the "i": Some speakers omit the "i" sound, pronouncing it as "frag-l" instead of "frag-ile." Tip: Ensure you articulate the second syllable clearly, pronounced as /aɪl/ in American English.
- Incorrect vowel sound in the second syllable: Some say "frag-uhl" instead of "frag-ile." This mispronunciation can confuse listeners. Tip: Practice saying the second syllable with the correct vowel sound /aɪ/ (US) or /ɪ/ (UK) to improve clarity.