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invisible

Phonetic Transcription:

ɪnˈvɪzəbəl

Examples:

If the timing was accurate, the splice was invisible.

It is meant to be invisible in the body of the article.

The image is invisible without a microscope.

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Common mistakes of invisible pronunciation

  1. Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "in-ˈvi-zi-ble". The correct stress is on the third syllable: "in-ˈvɪ-zi-ble". Tip: Remember to emphasize "vɪ" for clarity.
  2. Vowel confusion: Some may pronounce the "i" in "invisible" as a long vowel, saying "in-ˈviː-zi-ble". In both US and UK pronunciations, it should be a short vowel: "ɪ". Tip: Focus on the short "i" sound to avoid confusion.
  3. Silent letters: A common mistake is over-pronouncing the "s" in "invisible", resulting in "in-ˈsɪ-zi-ble". The correct pronunciation has a soft "s": "ˈvɪ". Tip: Keep the "s" subtle to maintain the word's flow.
  4. Ending sound: Learners may mistakenly pronounce the final "ble" as "bəl", leading to "in-ˈvɪ-zi-bəl". The correct pronunciation is "bəl" with a schwa sound. Tip: Practice saying "ble" quickly to achieve the right sound.
  5. Linking sounds: Some might pause between syllables, saying "in-vi-zi-ble". The correct pronunciation flows smoothly: "in-ˈvɪ-zi-ble". Tip: Practice saying the word in one breath to improve fluency.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "invisible" in American English?

In American English, "invisible" is pronounced as /ɪnˈvɪz.ə.bəl/. The primary stress is on the second syllable, "vɪz," while the first syllable is pronounced with a short "i" sound, like in "in."

What is the pronunciation of "invisible" in British English?

In British English, "invisible" is pronounced the same way, /ɪnˈvɪz.ə.bəl/, with the primary stress also on the second syllable. The pronunciation remains consistent between American and British varieties.

Does "invisible" have any silent letters?

Yes, in "invisible," the "e" at the end is silent. This means you do not pronounce it, and it does not affect the sound of the other syllables.

How many syllables are in the word "invisible"?

The word "invisible" has four syllables: in-viz-i-ble. Each syllable flows together, with the second syllable receiving the most emphasis.
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