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gargantuan
Phonetic Transcription:
ɡɑːˈɡæntjʊən
Examples:
It is a gargantuan slice of irrelevant nonsense.
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Common mistakes of gargantuan pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "gar-GAN-tuan" instead of "GAR-gan-tuan" (ˈɡɑrˌɡæn.tʃu.ən in US, ˈɡɑː.ɡən.tʃu.ən in UK). Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable.
- Overemphasizing the "g": Some learners pronounce "gargantuan" with a strong "g" sound at the beginning, leading to "GARG-gan-tuan." This can sound awkward. Tip: Keep the "g" soft and balanced.
- Ignoring the "tch" sound: A common mistake is to omit the "tch" sound, pronouncing it as "gar-GAN-oo-an." This alters the word's meaning. Tip: Make sure to pronounce the "tch" clearly, as in "tch" in "watch."
- Skipping the final syllable: Some may pronounce "gargantuan" as "gar-GAN-tuan," dropping the last syllable. This can lead to confusion. Tip: Always include the final syllable to maintain the word's integrity.
- Mispronouncing the vowel sounds: Learners might confuse the vowel sounds, saying "gar-gant-OO-an" instead of "GAR-gan-tuan." This changes the pronunciation significantly. Tip: Focus on the short vowel sounds in the second and third syllables.