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impulsive

Phonetic Transcription:

ɪmˈpʌlsɪv

Examples:

It's the same with impulsive behaviour and emotional sadism.

Nezha is impulsive and disobedient.

That was impulsive and immature of me.

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Common mistakes of impulsive pronunciation

Misplacing stress: Some learners stress the second syllable "pul" instead of the first "im". This leads to "ɪmˈpʌl.sɪv" (US) and "ɪmˈpʌl.sɪv" (UK). Tip: Focus on the first syllable for proper emphasis.
Incorrect vowel sounds: The "u" in "pul" is often pronounced as "ʌ" instead of the correct "ʊ". This can result in "ɪmˈpʌl.sɪv". Tip: Practice saying "pull" to get the right sound for "u".
Overemphasizing the final syllable: Some speakers may overly stress the "sive" ending, making it sound heavy. The correct pronunciation is lighter: "ɪmˈpʌl.sɪv". Tip: Keep the final syllable soft and quick.
Dropping the "p": A common mistake is omitting the "p" sound, leading to "ɪmˈʌl.sɪv". This alters the word significantly. Tip: Make sure to pronounce the "p" clearly at the beginning.
Mispronouncing the "i": The "i" in "sive" can be mispronounced as "aɪ" instead of the correct "ɪ". This changes the sound to "ɪmˈpʌl.saɪv". Tip: Remember that "i" in this context is short and quick.

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How do you pronounce "impulsive" correctly?

In American English, "impulsive" is pronounced as /ɪmˈpʌl.sɪv/, with the stress on the second syllable. In British English, it is pronounced the same way, /ɪmˈpʌl.sɪv/, maintaining the same stress pattern.

What are the syllables in the word "impulsive"?

The word "impulsive" has three syllables: im-pul-sive. The first syllable "im" is unstressed, while the second syllable "pul" carries the primary stress.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "impulsive"?

Many learners may mistakenly stress the first syllable instead of the second, saying "IM-pul-sive" instead of "im-PUL-sive." Remember to emphasize the "pul" for correct pronunciation.

Is there a schwa sound in "impulsive"?

Yes, the first syllable "im" can be pronounced with a schwa sound, making it sound like "əm" in rapid speech. However, it's often clearer to pronounce it as "im" in careful speech.