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Definition:

(nou) a wine that is a blend of several varieties of grapes with no one grape predominating; a wine that does not carry the name of any specific grape (nou) any product that can be sold without a brand name

Phonetic Transcription:

dʒɪˈnerɪk

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Common mistakes of generic pronunciation

Stressing the second syllable: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying /dʒəˈnɛrɪk/ instead of the correct first syllable stress /ˈdʒɛn.ər.ɪk/. Tip: Focus on placing emphasis on the first syllable "gen".
Mispronouncing the vowel sounds: Some may pronounce "generic" with an "a" sound, resulting in /dʒəˈnɛrɪk/. The correct pronunciation uses a short "e" sound /ˈdʒɛn/. Tip: Practice saying "gen" as in "gentle" to get the vowel right.
Overemphasizing the "r": Learners sometimes overpronounce the "r" in "generic", leading to /dʒəˈnɛrɪk/. The "r" should be softer, as in /ˈdʒɛn.ər/. Tip: Keep the "r" subtle and focus on the vowel sounds.
Ignoring the schwa: Some speakers skip the schwa sound in the second syllable, resulting in /dʒɛnˈrɪk/. The correct pronunciation includes a schwa /ˈdʒɛn.ər.ɪk/. Tip: Remember that the "er" is a quick, soft sound.
Confusing with similar words: Learners may confuse "generic" with "genetic", pronouncing it as /dʒəˈnɛtɪk/. The correct form is /ˈdʒɛn.ər.ɪk/. Tip: Pay attention to the endings; "generic" has "ric" while "genetic" has "tic".

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "generic" in American English?

In American English, "generic" is pronounced as /dʒəˈnɛrɪk/ with the stress on the second syllable, "ner." The first syllable sounds like "juh" and the last syllable is pronounced "ick."

What is the British pronunciation of "generic"?

In British English, "generic" is pronounced as /dʒəˈnɛrɪk/ as well, with the same stress pattern. The pronunciation is quite similar to the American version, emphasizing the "ner" syllable.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "generic"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress on the first syllable, saying "GEN-er-ic" instead of "ge-NER-ic." Remember to focus on the second syllable for the correct pronunciation.

What does the schwa sound in "generic" indicate?

The schwa sound /ə/ in the first syllable of "generic" shows that it is an unstressed syllable. This means it is pronounced more softly and quickly than the stressed syllable, making it sound like "juh."