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irritating

Phonetic Transcription:

ˈɪrɪteɪtɪŋ

Examples:

It is distracting and irritating to the receiver.

The omission is irritating and incorrect.

This is beyond the level of irritating.

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Related Words:

annoying

uncomfortable

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Common mistakes of irritating pronunciation

Incorrect stress placement: Some learners place the stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "ir-ˈri-tating" instead of the correct "ˈir-ri-tating". Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable.
Mispronouncing the "r": English learners might struggle with the "r" sound, pronouncing it too softly or as "l". This can lead to confusion with similar words. Tip: Practice the "r" sound by keeping the tongue bunched up and not touching the roof of the mouth.
Overemphasizing the "t": Some speakers may overly stress the "t" in "irritating", leading to "ir-ˈri-teɪ-ting". This can sound unnatural. Tip: Keep the "t" crisp but not exaggerated, blending it smoothly with the surrounding sounds.
Omitting the second "r": A common mistake is dropping the second "r", resulting in "ir-itating". This alters the word's meaning and pronunciation. Tip: Focus on pronouncing both "r" sounds clearly; practice them separately if needed.
Vowel confusion: Some may confuse the vowel sounds, pronouncing it as "ˈɪr-ɪ-teɪ-ting" instead of "ˈɪr-ɪ-teɪ-ting". This can lead to miscommunication. Tip: Pay attention to the short "i" sound in the first syllable and make sure it's pronounced correctly.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "irritating" correctly?

"Irritating" is pronounced as /ˈɪrɪˌteɪtɪŋ/ in American English. The stress is on the first syllable "ir," followed by a secondary stress on "te."

Is there a difference in the pronunciation of "irritating" between US and UK English?

In both American and British English, "irritating" is pronounced the same way: /ˈɪrɪˌteɪtɪŋ/. However, some British speakers might pronounce the "t" slightly softer.

What syllables are stressed in the word "irritating"?

The word "irritating" has the primary stress on the first syllable "ir" and a secondary stress on the third syllable "ta." This pattern helps in emphasizing the correct pronunciation.

Are there any common mistakes people make when pronouncing "irritating"?

Many people may mistakenly place too much emphasis on the second syllable, pronouncing it as "ir-rit-AY-ting." Remember to keep the stress on the first syllable and a lighter touch on the others.