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immediately

Phonetic Transcription:

ɪˈmiːdɪətli

Examples:

I reciprocated immediately.

She replied immediately.

The retribution began immediately.

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Common mistakes of immediately pronunciation

Misplacing stress: Many learners mistakenly stress the second syllable, saying "im-ME-di-ately" instead of the correct "IM-me-di-ately" (/ɪˈmiː.di.ət.li/ in UK, /ɪˈmiː.di.ət.li/ in US). Tip: Focus on the first syllable for proper emphasis.
Skipping syllables: Some speakers may drop the "di" sound, pronouncing it as "im-me-ately." This can lead to confusion. Tip: Practice saying "immediately" slowly to ensure all syllables are pronounced clearly.
Incorrect vowel sounds: Mispronouncing the "i" in the first syllable as "ee" can lead to saying "eemmediately." The correct sound is a short "i" (/ɪ/). Tip: Listen to native speakers to hear the difference in vowel sounds.
Blending sounds: Some learners might blend the "di" with the following "a," resulting in "im-me-ate-ly." This alters the word's clarity. Tip: Break the word into distinct syllables to maintain clear pronunciation.
Overemphasizing the ending: Occasionally, speakers stress the last syllable too much, saying "immediate-LEE." The stress should remain on the first syllable. Tip: Practice with a metronome to keep the rhythm consistent across syllables.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "immediately" in American English?

In American English, "immediately" is pronounced as /ɪˈmiː.di.ət.li/. The stress is on the second syllable, "me," which is pronounced with a long "ee" sound.

Is there a difference in pronunciation of "immediately" between British and American English?

In British English, "immediately" is also pronounced as /ɪˈmiː.di.ət.li/, similar to American English. The stress pattern remains the same, with the primary stress on the second syllable.

What are common mistakes when pronouncing "immediately"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress, which can lead to saying it as /ˌɪ.miˈdiː.ət.li/, stressing the wrong syllable. It's important to emphasize the second syllable to sound natural.

How many syllables are in the word "immediately"?

The word "immediately" has five syllables: "im-me-di-ate-ly." Each syllable should be pronounced clearly, with the second syllable receiving the primary stress.