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How to pronounce:
impotent
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈɪmpətənt
Examples:
The criticism is too weak and impotent.
The authorities showed they were weak and impotent.
But this would render the agent impotent.
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Common mistakes of impotent pronunciation
- Stress misplacement: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "im-ˈpo-tent". The correct stress is on the first syllable: "ˈɪm.pə.tənt" (US) / "ˈɪm.pə.tənt" (UK). Tip: Remember to emphasize the "im" sound.
- Vowel confusion: A common mistake is pronouncing the first vowel as "e", leading to "e-mpotent". The correct pronunciation has a short "i" sound: "ˈɪm.pə.tənt". Tip: Practice saying "im" as in "immediate" to get the right vowel sound.
- Silent "t": Some may omit the "t" in the last syllable, saying "im-po-nent". The "t" is pronounced in "impotent": "ˈɪm.pə.tənt". Tip: Focus on clearly articulating each syllable, especially the "t" sound.
- Incorrect vowel length: Learners might pronounce the second syllable too long, resulting in "im-po-teent". The correct syllable is shorter: "ˈɪm.pə.tənt". Tip: Keep the second syllable quick and light to maintain the proper rhythm.
- Overemphasis on "t": Some people may overemphasize the "t" sound, saying "im-po-tent" with a strong "t". The correct pronunciation is softer: "ˈɪm.pə.tənt". Tip: Practice saying the word slowly to find a balanced sound.