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indigenous

Phonetic Transcription:

ɪnˈdɪdʒɪnəs

Examples:

They are the indigenous inhabitants of the lake.

The indigenous Polynesian population are not on the payroll.

They united and coalesced with the indigenous population.

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Common mistakes of indigenous pronunciation

Misplacing stress: Many people incorrectly stress the first syllable, saying "IN-digenous" instead of the correct "in-DIG-en-ous" (/ɪnˈdɪdʒ.ɪ.nəs/ in US, /ɪnˈdɪdʒ.ɪ.nəs/ in UK). Tip: Focus on the second syllable for the correct emphasis.
Omitting syllables: Some may say "indigous", dropping the "en" sound. This leads to a mispronunciation of "indigenous" (/ɪnˈdɪdʒ.ɪ.nəs/). Tip: Remember to pronounce all syllables clearly, especially the "en".
Vowel confusion: The vowel sound in the second syllable can be mispronounced, with some saying "in-dij-uh-nuhs" instead of "in-DIG-en-ous". Tip: Practice the "DIG" sound to ensure clarity and correctness.
Incorrect vowel length: Some speakers shorten the "i" in the first syllable, saying "in-dij-uh-nuhs" instead of the correct "in-DIG-en-ous". This affects the word's rhythm. Tip: Emphasize the "i" in "DIG" to maintain proper pronunciation.
Final syllable mispronunciation: A common mistake is to pronounce the last syllable as "us" instead of "əs", leading to "indigenous" sounding like "in-dij-uh-nus". Tip: Focus on the schwa sound in the final syllable for accuracy.

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How do you pronounce "indigenous" correctly?

The correct pronunciation of "indigenous" in IPA is /ɪnˈdɪdʒ.ɪ.nəs/ in both US and UK English. The primary stress is on the second syllable, "dɪdʒ", while the "i" in the first syllable is pronounced as a short "i" sound.

What are the syllables in the word "indigenous"?

The word "indigenous" has four syllables: in-dig-en-ous. When pronouncing it, make sure to clearly articulate each syllable, especially the stressed second syllable "dig".

Are there common mistakes when pronouncing "indigenous"?

One common mistake is misplacing the stress, often saying "in-DI-genes" instead of the correct "in-DI-jes". Additionally, some may pronounce the "e" in "enous" too strongly, making it sound like "indig-en-us".

Is there a difference in pronunciation of "indigenous" in American and British English?

There is no significant difference in the pronunciation of "indigenous" between American and British English; both use the same IPA /ɪnˈdɪdʒ.ɪ.nəs/. However, regional accents may slightly alter the vowel sounds.