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irrevocable

Phonetic Transcription:

ɪˈrevəkəbəl

Examples:

In this sense, the phrase implies an irrevocable commitment.

Furthermore, the order is irrevocable.

It is an irrevocable fact that they are in the minority.

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Common mistakes of irrevocable pronunciation

Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable "rev" instead of the first syllable "ir". The correct IPA is /ɪˈrɛv.ə.kə.bəl/ (US) and /ɪˈrɪv.ə.kə.bəl/ (UK). Tip: Focus on emphasizing the "ir" to pronounce it correctly.
Vowel confusion: Some people pronounce the "e" in "rev" as a long vowel, sounding like "reev". The correct sound is a short "e" as in "red". Tip: Practice saying "red" to help with the correct vowel sound.
Syllable omission: A common error is dropping the third syllable, saying "irrevocable" as if it has only three syllables. The full pronunciation is four syllables: "ir-rev-o-ca-ble". Tip: Break the word into syllables and practice each one separately.
Final "ble" confusion: Learners may pronounce the final "ble" as "buhl" instead of "bəl". The correct IPA shows that it should sound like "bəl". Tip: Emphasize the softer "bəl" sound at the end for accuracy.
Overemphasizing "vocable": Some may stress "vocable" too heavily, leading to "irrevocable" sounding awkward. The stress should remain on "ir" and not shift to "vocable". Tip: Keep the focus on the first syllable to maintain a natural flow.

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How do you pronounce "irrevocable" correctly?

You pronounce "irrevocable" as /ɪˈrɛvəkəbl/ in American English and /ɪˈrɛvəkəbl/ in British English. The primary stress is on the second syllable, "rev."

What are the syllables in "irrevocable"?

The word "irrevocable" has five syllables: "ir-rev-o-ca-ble." Each syllable is pronounced clearly, with the stress on the second syllable.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "irrevocable"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress, often saying "ir-rev-o-ca-ble" instead of "ir-ˈrev-o-ca-ble." Remember to emphasize the "rev" to pronounce it correctly.

Is there a schwa sound in "irrevocable"?

Yes, there is a schwa sound in "irrevocable." The "a" in the fourth syllable is pronounced as a schwa, sounding like "uh," which helps in the flow of the word.