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inspire
Phonetic Transcription:
ɪnˈspaɪə
Examples:
That will inspire and terrify you.
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Common mistakes of inspire pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "in-ˈspire". The correct stress is on the last syllable, "in-ˈspī(ə)r" (US) / "ɪnˈspaɪə" (UK). Tip: Emphasize the "spire" part to sound natural.
- Vowel sound confusion: Some might pronounce "inspire" with an "i" sound as in "bit", leading to "ɪnˈspɪə". The correct vowel in the second syllable is a diphthong, as in "my". Tip: Practice saying "spī" to master the correct sound.
- Ending sound: A common mistake is dropping the final "r" sound, resulting in "in-ˈspai". The correct pronunciation includes the "r", making it "in-ˈspī(ə)r" (US) / "ɪnˈspaɪə" (UK). Tip: Ensure to pronounce the "r" clearly at the end.
- Overemphasizing the first syllable: Some learners may say "ˈin-spire", putting too much emphasis on "in". The correct stress is on "spire". Tip: Focus on the flow of the word, allowing "in" to be softer.
- Mispronouncing the "s" sound: Occasionally, learners pronounce the "s" as "z", leading to "in-ˈzpaɪ(ə)r". The correct sound is a clear "s" as in "see". Tip: Practice with words like "sip" to reinforce the proper "s" sound.