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inspired
Phonetic Transcription:
ɪnˈspaɪəd
Examples:
The cramp bathroom inspired the idea.
His sense of assurance lifted the whole team and inspired all the members.
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Common mistakes of inspired pronunciation
- Stress placement: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "in-ˈspired". This is incorrect. The correct pronunciation stresses the last syllable: "in-ˈspaɪərd". Tip: Remember to emphasize "spired" for proper pronunciation.
- Vowel sound confusion: Mispronouncing the vowel sound in "inspired" as "in-ˈspɪrd" is common. The correct sound is /aɪ/, as in "spy". Tip: Practice saying "spy" to master the vowel sound in "inspired".
- Missing the "d" sound: Some might drop the final "d" and say "in-ˈspaɪər". This alters the word's meaning. The correct form ends with a clear "d": /d/. Tip: Ensure you pronounce the "d" clearly at the end.
- Overemphasizing the "n": Learners may overemphasize the "n" sound, saying "ˈin-spired". The correct pronunciation has a softer "n": /ɪn/. Tip: Focus on blending the "n" smoothly into the next syllable.
- Incorrect syllable count: Some may think "inspired" has three syllables, pronouncing it as "in-ˈspi-red". It actually has two syllables: "in-ˈspaɪrd". Tip: Practice counting the syllables to avoid this mistake.