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How to pronounce:
humble
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈhʌmbəl
Examples:
He is a humble and modest person.
It worked with the humble and the truthful.
The mood of the day is sad and humble.
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Common mistakes of humble pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "hum-ˈble". The correct pronunciation is "ˈhʌm.bəl" in both US and UK English. Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable.
- Overpronouncing the "h": Some people may say "ˈhʌm.bəl" with an exaggerated "h" sound, making it sound overly harsh. The "h" should be soft and not overly stressed. Tip: Keep the "h" light and natural.
- Incorrect vowel sound: A common mistake is pronouncing the first vowel as "u" instead of "ʌ", leading to "ˈhʊm.bəl". The correct pronunciation is "ˈhʌm.bəl". Tip: Focus on the short "u" sound in "humble".
- Missing the schwa: Learners sometimes neglect the schwa sound in the second syllable, pronouncing it as "ˈhʌm.bel". The correct pronunciation includes the schwa, "ˈhʌm.bəl". Tip: Practice the relaxed "bəl" sound to improve clarity.
- Confusing with "humble" and "humble pie": Some may mix up the pronunciation of "humble" with phrases like "humble pie", leading to incorrect intonation. The correct form remains "ˈhʌm.bəl". Tip: Practice saying "humble" in isolation to avoid confusion.