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inconspicuous
Phonetic Transcription:
ˌɪnkənˈspɪkjʊəs
Examples:
But the hole in the middle is inconspicuous.
The entrance is said to be inconspicuous.
The species is common but inconspicuous.
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Common mistakes of inconspicuous pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners place the stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "in-con-ˈspic-u-ous". The correct stress is on the third syllable: "in-con-ˈspic-u-ous" (US: /ˌɪn.kənˈspɪk.ju.əs/, UK: /ˌɪn.kənˈspɪk.ju.əs/). Tip: Focus on emphasizing "spic" when pronouncing the word.
- Vowel sounds: Some may mispronounce the "u" in "inconspicuous" as a long vowel, saying "inconspic-ˈu-ous". The correct pronunciation uses a schwa sound: "in-con-ˈspic-u-ous". Tip: Practice the short, quick sound of "u" to sound more natural.
- Omitting syllables: It's common to drop the "con" syllable, saying "in-ˈspicuous". This alters the meaning and makes the word unrecognizable. The full pronunciation is "in-con-ˈspic-u-ous". Tip: Break the word into syllables to ensure all parts are pronounced.
- Incorrect vowel length: Some speakers might say "incon-ˈspic-u-ous" with a long "i" sound in "in". The "i" should be short, like in "in". The correct form is "in-con-ˈspic-u-ous". Tip: Pay attention to the vowel sounds in the first syllable; they should be quick and crisp.
- Mispronouncing "spicuous": Learners often mispronounce "spicuous" as "spi-ˈcu-ous". The correct pronunciation includes a short "i" sound, resulting in "spic" as in "spick". The full pronunciation is "in-con-ˈspic-u-ous". Tip: Focus on the "spic" part to maintain clarity in the word.