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How to pronounce:
frantic
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈfræntɪk
Examples:
The audience was frantic with joy.
The former is slower and the latter frantic.
The mother and father are frantic and afraid.
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Common mistakes of frantic pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners place stress on the second syllable, pronouncing it as "fran-TIC". The correct stress is on the first syllable: /ˈfræn.tɪk/ (US) and /ˈfræn.tɪk/ (UK). Tip: Focus on saying "FRAN-tic" to emphasize the first syllable.
- Vowel confusion: A common mistake is mispronouncing the "a" in "frantic" as a long vowel, saying "fran-teeck". The correct pronunciation has a short "a": /ˈfræn.tɪk/. Tip: Practice saying "cat" to get the right short vowel sound.
- Overemphasizing the "t": Some speakers may overemphasize the "t" sound, leading to "fran-tick". The "t" should be clear but not overly stressed. Tip: Keep the "t" soft and connected, as in "bat".
- Dropping the final "ic": Learners sometimes omit the "ic" ending, saying "frant". The full pronunciation should include the final syllable: /ˈfræn.tɪk/. Tip: Always pronounce the ending to ensure clarity and completeness.
- Incorrect vowel sound in the second syllable: Some may pronounce the second syllable as "tick", leading to "fran-tick". The correct sound is a short "i" as in "it": /ˈfræn.tɪk/. Tip: Emphasize the "i" to avoid confusion with "tick".