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illustrated

Phonetic Transcription:

ˈɪləstreɪt

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Common mistakes of illustrated pronunciation

Misplacing stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "il-ˈlustrated". The correct stress is on the first syllable: "ˈillustrated". Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable for clarity.
Omitting sounds: Some may drop the "t" sound, pronouncing it as "il-ˈlusrated". This can lead to confusion. Tip: Make sure to articulate the "t" clearly as "ˈillustrated" to maintain the word's integrity.
Vowel confusion: The vowel sound in the second syllable can be mispronounced. Instead of "il-ˈluh-strated", it should be "il-ˈlus-trated" with a clear "u" sound. Tip: Practice the "u" sound to distinguish it from "uh".
Adding extra syllables: Some learners might say "il-ˈlus-tray-ted", adding an unnecessary syllable. The correct pronunciation is "ˈillustrated", with only four syllables. Tip: Focus on keeping the syllable count to four for accuracy.
Mispronouncing the ending: The ending may be pronounced as "il-ˈlustray-tid", which is incorrect. It should be "ˈillustrated" with a clear "ed" sound. Tip: Pay attention to the "ed" ending, ensuring it sounds like "id" in this case.

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How do you pronounce "illustrated" in American English?

In American English, "illustrated" is pronounced as /ˈɪl.ə.strəˌteɪd/. The primary stress is on the first syllable "il," and the second syllable has a schwa sound, making it sound like "il-uh-stray-d."

What is the British pronunciation of "illustrated"?

In British English, "illustrated" is also pronounced /ˈɪl.ə.strəɪ.tɪd/, with the primary stress still on the first syllable. The difference is in the vowel sound in the last syllable, which is pronounced as "tid" instead of "teɪd."

How many syllables does "illustrated" have?

The word "illustrated" has four syllables: "il-lus-trat-ed." You can break it down into its parts to help with pronunciation: "il," "lus," "trate," and "ed."

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "illustrated"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress on the second syllable, saying "il-lus-TRAY-ted" instead of the correct "IL-lus-tray-ted." Remember to emphasize the first syllable to pronounce it correctly.