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intelligent
Phonetic Transcription:
ɪnˈtelɪdʒənt
Examples:
They are smart and intelligent.
He is more intelligent than we incline to think.
They seem levelheaded and intelligent.
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Common mistakes of intelligent pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners place the stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "in-ˈtel-i-gent". The correct stress is on the third syllable: "in-ˈtel-ɪ-dʒənt". Tip: Remember to emphasize "tel" when pronouncing "intelligent".
- Overemphasizing the "t": Some people pronounce the "t" in "intelligent" too strongly, making it sound like "in-ˈtel-i-dʒent". The "t" should be softer. Tip: Focus on a lighter touch when saying "t" to keep the flow smooth.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: A common mistake is mispronouncing the first syllable as "in" instead of "ɪn". This can lead to saying "in-ˈtel-i-gent" instead of the correct "ɪn-ˈtel-ɪ-dʒənt". Tip: Practice the short "ɪ" sound to ensure clarity.
- Skipping the second "i": Some learners may omit the second "i" sound, pronouncing it as "in-ˈtel-gent". The correct pronunciation includes the "ɪ" sound: "in-ˈtel-ɪ-dʒənt". Tip: Pay attention to the syllables to avoid dropping sounds.
- Adding extra syllables: Occasionally, individuals may add an unnecessary syllable, saying "in-ˈtel-i-gent" instead of "in-ˈtel-ɪ-dʒənt". This can make the word sound longer than it is. Tip: Break the word into syllables to practice the correct number: 4 syllables.