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irreverent

Phonetic Transcription:

ɪˈrevərənt

Examples:

The series was casual and irreverent.

The Canterbury Tales are bawdy and irreverent.

A sacrilege is the irreverent treatment of sacred things.

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Common mistakes of irreverent pronunciation

Stress placement error: Many people mistakenly stress the second syllable, saying "i-RE-ver-ent" [ɪˈrɛvərənt]. The correct stress is on the third syllable: "ir-REV-er-ent" [ɪˈrɛvərənt]. Tip: Emphasize "REV" to pronounce it correctly.
Vowel mispronunciation: Some may pronounce the first syllable as "ih" instead of "ih" in "irreverent" [ɪˈrɛvərənt]. The correct pronunciation uses a short "i" sound. Tip: Practice saying "it" to get the right vowel sound.
Syllable omission: People sometimes drop the middle syllable, saying "ir-rever-ent." The full pronunciation includes all syllables: "ir-REV-er-ent" [ɪˈrɛvərənt]. Tip: Break it down into parts to ensure you pronounce every syllable.
Ending sound confusion: Some may confuse "irreverent" with similar-sounding words, mispronouncing the ending as "ent" instead of "ent." The correct ending is pronounced clearly as [ənt]. Tip: Focus on the "ent" sound at the end to distinguish it from others.
Overemphasizing the "r": Some learners might overemphasize the "r" in "irreverent," making it sound unnatural. The "r" should be subtle. Tip: Keep the "r" soft and fluid to maintain the word's natural flow.

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How do you pronounce "irreverent"?

The word "irreverent" is pronounced as /ɪˈrɛvərənt/ in American English and /ɪˈrɛvərənt/ in British English. The primary stress is on the second syllable, "rev," while the "i" in the first syllable is pronounced like the "i" in "it."

What are the syllables in "irreverent"?

"Irreverent" has four syllables: "ir-rev-er-ent." Each syllable is pronounced clearly, with the stress on the second syllable.

Is there a schwa sound in "irreverent"?

Yes, "irreverent" contains a schwa sound /ə/ in the third syllable "er." This sound is common in unstressed syllables and is pronounced like the "a" in "sofa."

Are there common mistakes when pronouncing "irreverent"?

One common mistake is misplacing the stress, often placing it on the first syllable instead of the second. Remember to emphasize "rev" to pronounce "irreverent" correctly.