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hierarchical
Phonetic Transcription:
ˌhaɪəˈrɑːkɪkəl
Examples:
The classifications were hierarchical.
The classification consists of four levels of hierarchical structure.
The society was hierarchical, with the sultan serving as despot.
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Common mistakes of hierarchical pronunciation
- Stress placement error: Many learners place the stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "hi-ˈer-archical" instead of the correct "ˌhaɪəˈrɑːkɪkəl" (US) or "ˌhaɪəˈrɑːkɪkəl" (UK). Tip: Remember the primary stress is on the third syllable.
- Vowel sound confusion: Some may pronounce the "i" in "hierarchical" as a long "ee" sound, saying "hi-ee-ˈar-kɪ-kəl." The correct pronunciation includes a short "i" sound: "haɪəˈrɑːkɪkəl." Tip: Practice the "ai" as in "high."
- Silent letters mispronunciation: Learners often pronounce the "ch" in "hierarchical" as "ch" in "chair," resulting in "hi-er-ˈkʌl." The "ch" is silent. Tip: Focus on the "ar" sound following the "i."
- Syllable omission: Some may drop the second syllable, saying "hi-ˈar-kɪkəl" instead of "ˌhaɪəˈrɑːkɪkəl." This can lead to misunderstandings. Tip: Break the word into syllables to ensure clarity: "hi-er-ar-chi-cal."
- Final syllable confusion: Learners sometimes mispronounce the last syllable as "kəl," resulting in "hi-er-ˈar-kəl." The correct ending is "kɪkəl." Tip: Emphasize the "kɪ" sound to avoid confusion.