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individuals
Definition:
(nou) a human being (nou) a single organism
Phonetic Transcription:
ˌɪndɪˈvɪdʒʊəl
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Common mistakes of individuals pronunciation
- Incorrect vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "individuals" with a short "i" sound as in "bit" instead of the correct long "i" as in "machine" (/ˌɪn.dɪˈvɪdʒ.u.əlz/ in US, /ˌɪn.dɪˈvɪdʒ.ʊ.əlz/ in UK). Tip: Focus on elongating the vowel sound.
- Misplaced stress: A common mistake is placing stress on the second syllable, saying "in-DIV-i-duals" instead of the correct "in-di-VID-u-als" (/ˌɪn.dɪˈvɪdʒ.u.əlz/ in US, /ˌɪn.dɪˈvɪdʒ.ʊ.əlz/ in UK). Tip: Remember to stress the third syllable.
- Overemphasizing consonants: Some speakers may overly stress the "d" or "v" sounds in "individuals," making them sound harsh. The correct pronunciation has a smoother transition between sounds. Tip: Practice saying the word slowly to maintain a fluid sound.
- Dropping syllables: Learners sometimes omit the "u" in "individuals," pronouncing it as "individals." This changes the word's clarity. The correct form includes all syllables clearly. Tip: Break the word into parts: "in-di-vid-u-als" to ensure all sounds are included.
- Confusing endings: It's easy to confuse the ending of "individuals" with similar words, resulting in incorrect pronunciation. Ensure the ending is pronounced as "u-als" (/u.əlz/). Tip: Listen to native speakers and practice mimicking their pronunciation for accuracy.