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initial
Definition:
(nou) the first letter of a word (especially a person's name)
Phonetic Transcription:
ɪˈnɪʃəl
Examples:
The first is the initial disagreement.
First flush is the initial surface runoff of a rainstorm.
The first aftershock after the initial earthquake was of similar magnitude.
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Common mistakes of initial pronunciation
- Stress placement: Some learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, pronouncing it as /ɪˈnɪʃəl/ instead of the correct /ɪˈnɪʃəl/. Tip: Remember to emphasize the second syllable "ni" when saying "initial".
- Vowel confusion: The first vowel sound is often mispronounced as /aɪ/ instead of /ɪ/. This leads to saying "in-ail" instead of "in-iss". Tip: Focus on the short "i" sound, as in "it".
- Missing the "n": Some may omit the "n," pronouncing it as /ɪˈɪʃəl/ instead of /ɪˈnɪʃəl/. This changes the word's meaning and clarity. Tip: Be mindful to include the "n" sound clearly in "initial".
- Final syllable mispronunciation: Learners might say /ˈɪnɪʃl/ instead of /ɪˈnɪʃəl/. Omitting the final "al" can lead to confusion. Tip: Always pronounce the "al" at the end to maintain the full word.
- Overemphasis on "i": Some may stress the "i" too much, leading to an unnatural sound like /ˈɪnɪʃəl/. This can sound awkward. Tip: Keep the stress balanced, ensuring "ni" is emphasized without overdoing the "i".