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How to pronounce:
furtive
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈfɜːtɪv
Examples:
I was as secretive, indeed I was as furtive as any conspirator.
His recent furtive behavior was not forgivable.
The 'furtive fallacy' is an informal fallacy of emphasis.
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Common mistakes of furtive pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, pronouncing it as "fur-TIVE" /fɜːrˈtɪv/. The correct stress is on the first syllable: "FUR-tive" /ˈfɜːrtɪv/. Tip: Practice emphasizing the first syllable to improve clarity.
- Vowel confusion: Some may pronounce "furtive" with an incorrect vowel sound, saying "fur-tive" /ˈfɜːr.tɪv/ instead of the correct "FUR-tive" /ˈfɜːrtɪv/. This can change the word's recognition. Tip: Focus on the "u" sound as /ɜːr/ to maintain accuracy.
- Overemphasizing the "t": Learners sometimes pronounce the "t" too strongly, resulting in "fur-tive" /fɜːrˈtɪv/. The correct pronunciation has a softer "t" sound. Tip: Keep the "t" light and quick to sound more natural.
- Dropping the vowel sound: Some speakers might omit the vowel sound in the second syllable, saying "fur-tiv" /ˈfɜːr.tɪv/. This can lead to misunderstandings. Tip: Ensure you pronounce both syllables clearly, including the vowel sound in "tive."
- Mispronouncing the final "e": A common mistake is to pronounce the final "e" in "furtive" as if it were silent, leading to "fur-tiv" /ˈfɜːr.tɪv/. The "e" should be pronounced as part of the second syllable. Tip: Always articulate the "e" to complete the word properly.