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How to pronounce:
imminent
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈɪmɪnənt
Examples:
There is no imminent danger of the list overwhelming the article.
The immediate heat death of the universe is not imminent.
With the fire in the engine spreading, the danger of an explosion was imminent.
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Common mistakes of imminent pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners stress the second syllable, saying "im-MI-nent" [ɪˈmɪnənt]. The correct stress is on the first syllable: "IM-minent" [ˈɪmɪnənt]. Tip: Focus on saying "IM" louder and longer.
- Vowel confusion: The first vowel sound is often mispronounced. Some say "i" as in "bit" instead of "i" as in "sit." The correct pronunciation is [ˈɪmɪnənt]. Tip: Practice the "i" sound by comparing it to "sit."
- Omitting the "n": Some might say "imminent" without the second "n," resulting in "imminet." This changes the word's pronunciation to [ˈɪmɪnɛt]. Tip: Pay attention to the "n" sounds; they are crucial for clarity.
- Incorrect final "t": Some learners may soften the final "t," saying "imminen." The correct pronunciation includes a clear "t" sound: [ˈɪmɪnənt]. Tip: Emphasize the "t" by making it a crisp sound at the end.
- Adding extra syllables: Some people mistakenly add an extra syllable, saying "imminent" as "im-mi-nent." This creates an incorrect pronunciation: [ˈɪmɪnənt]. Tip: Keep it concise with just three syllables: "IM-minent."