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innovative

Phonetic Transcription:

ˈɪnəveɪtɪv

Examples:

Mavericks are interested in being creative and innovative.

The kids provided feedback and the innovative ideas for the exhibit.

The forum exists to invite innovative ideas to uplift the life of the students.

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idea

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Common mistakes of innovative pronunciation

Misplacing the stress: Many learners place the stress incorrectly on the second syllable, pronouncing it as "in-ˈnə-və-tiv". The correct stress is on the first syllable: "ˈɪnəˌveɪtɪv" (US), "ˈɪnəvətɪv" (UK). Tip: Practice saying "IN-no-vative" to emphasize the first syllable.
Incorrect vowel sounds: Some may pronounce the first "i" as "ee" instead of the short "i" sound. This leads to "ee-novative" rather than "ˈɪnəˌveɪtɪv". Tip: Focus on the short "i" sound as in "in" to improve accuracy.
Overemphasizing the "o": A common mistake is to overemphasize the "o" in the second syllable, resulting in "in-ˈno-vative". The correct pronunciation has a schwa sound: "ˈɪnəˌveɪtɪv". Tip: Use a softer, quicker "uh" sound for the "o".
Skipping the second "n": Some may pronounce it as "in-o-vative", omitting the second "n". This leads to confusion and incorrect pronunciation. The accurate form is "ˈɪnəˌveɪtɪv". Tip: Try to clearly articulate both "n" sounds in practice.
Mispronouncing the final "t": Learners sometimes soften the "t" sound, making it sound like "in-no-vay-iv". The correct pronunciation ends with a clear "t": "ˈɪnəˌveɪtɪv". Tip: Pay attention to the "t" at the end to ensure clarity in your speech.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "innovative" in American English?

In American English, "innovative" is pronounced as /ˈɪnəˌveɪtɪv/. The stress is on the first syllable, "in," followed by a schwa sound in the second syllable.

What is the British pronunciation of "innovative"?

In British English, "innovative" is also pronounced as /ˈɪnəʊˌveɪtɪv/. The main difference is the vowel sound in the first syllable, where it sounds more like "in-oh."

How many syllables are in the word "innovative"?

The word "innovative" has four syllables: "in-no-va-tive." Each syllable is pronounced clearly, with the first syllable receiving the primary stress.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "innovative"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress on the second syllable, saying "in-no-vative" instead of "in-no-vative." Remember to emphasize the first syllable for correct pronunciation.