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How to pronounce:
heretical
Phonetic Transcription:
hɪˈretɪkəl
Examples:
Are there heretical understanding of teachings in the church
Many considered the writing to be heretical.
Others find the concept heretical.
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Common mistakes of heretical pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "her-ˈet-i-cal". The correct stress is on the third syllable: "hə-ˈrɛt-ɪ-kəl". Tip: Remember to emphasize "ret" when pronouncing "heretical".
- Vowel confusion: Some pronounce "heretical" with an "e" sound like in "bet", saying "hə-ˈrɛt-ɪ-kəl". In the second syllable, it should have a short "i" sound: "hə-ˈrɛt-ɪ-kəl". Tip: Focus on the "i" sounding like "it".
- Silent "h": A common mistake is to drop the "h" sound, pronouncing it as "eretical". The correct pronunciation starts with a clear "h" sound: "hə-ˈrɛt-ɪ-kəl". Tip: Always pronounce the "h" at the beginning.
- Length of syllables: Some may elongate the final syllable, saying "heretical" as "hə-ˈrɛt-ɪ-kā-l". The last syllable should be short: "kəl". Tip: Keep the final syllable brief and quick.
- Mispronouncing "c": Learners might incorrectly say "heretical" with a "ch" sound, like "heretichal". The correct pronunciation uses a "k" sound: "hə-ˈrɛt-ɪ-kəl". Tip: Ensure the "c" is pronounced as "k" in this word.