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How to pronounce:
inclement
Phonetic Transcription:
ɪnˈklemənt
Examples:
The weather was inclement.
However, due to inclement weather, the event was cancelled.
If the weather is inclement, wrap it in a Nau garment for safekeeping.
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Common mistakes of inclement pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some may incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "in-'cle-ment" instead of the correct "'in-cle-ment". Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable, as in /ˈɪnkləmənt/ (US) and /ˈɪnkləmənt/ (UK).
- Vowel confusion: A common mistake is pronouncing the first vowel as "i" in "inclement" too lightly, saying "in-'cle-mint". Tip: Focus on the "in" sound, pronounced as /ɪn/, to maintain clarity.
- Dropping the "t": Some speakers omit the final "t", saying "in-'cle-men" instead of "inclement". Tip: Ensure to articulate the "t" sound at the end, which is important for correct pronunciation.
- Overemphasizing the second syllable: Saying "in-'CLEM-ment" with too much emphasis on the second syllable is incorrect. Tip: Keep the second syllable lighter, as it is not the primary stress.
- Incorrect vowel length: Mispronouncing the "e" in "inclement", as in "in-'cle-mint", makes the word sound clipped. Tip: Maintain the correct vowel length in the second syllable, pronounced as /ə/, to sound more natural.