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How to pronounce:
glacial
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈɡleɪsɪəl
Examples:
This icecap is the thickest non glacial ice on earth.
The glacial zone is the area of permanent snow and ice.
The lake is glacial meltwater channel from the last ice age.
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Common mistakes of glacial pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "gla-ˈcial". The correct stress is on the first syllable: "ˈglacial". Tip: Practice saying "ˈglacial" slowly to internalize the stress pattern.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some pronounce "glacial" as "gla-sial" with an "s" sound instead of "sh". The correct pronunciation includes the "sh" sound: "ˈgleɪʃəl". Tip: Focus on the "sh" sound to avoid this common mistake.
- Overemphasizing the "c": Learners may pronounce "glacial" with a hard "c", saying "gla-kial". The correct pronunciation is softer, with a "sh" sound: "ˈgleɪʃəl". Tip: Remember that "c" before "ial" often sounds like "sh".
- Skipping the second syllable: Some speakers may say "glay" instead of "glacial", omitting the second syllable. The full pronunciation is "ˈglacial". Tip: Break the word into syllables: "gla" + "cial" to ensure both are pronounced.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners may confuse "glacial" with "glacially", adding extra syllables. The correct form is "ˈglacial" with two syllables. Tip: Familiarize yourself with the word's structure to differentiate between them.