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gentle
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈdʒentəl
Examples:
His voice was so soft and gentle, so unhurried.
He is gentle and suave.
The sound of the timbre is gentle.
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Common mistakes of gentle pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, pronouncing "gentle" as /ˈdʒɛn.təl/. The correct pronunciation is /ˈdʒɛn.tl/ in both US and UK English. Tip: Focus on the first syllable for proper stress.
- Over-pronouncing the "t": Some speakers tend to pronounce the "t" in "gentle" too strongly, making it sound like /ˈdʒɛn.təl/. In reality, the "t" is almost silent, leading to /ˈdʒɛn.tl/. Tip: Practice saying "gentle" quickly to soften the "t."
- Adding an extra vowel sound: A common mistake is inserting an additional vowel sound, resulting in "gentle" sounding like /ˈdʒɛn.tə.l/. This is incorrect, as the correct pronunciation is /ˈdʒɛn.tl/. Tip: Remember that "gentle" has only two syllables.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners often mix up "gentle" with "gentleman," leading to mispronunciations. "Gentle" is pronounced /ˈdʒɛn.tl/, while "gentleman" is /ˈdʒen.təl.mən/. Tip: Practice each word in isolation to avoid confusion.
- Ignoring regional variations: Some may not realize that "gentle" can have slight variations in pronunciation. In both US and UK English, it's /ˈdʒɛn.tl/, but awareness of these nuances can aid clarity. Tip: Listen to native speakers from different regions for better understanding.