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kiribati

Definition:

(nou) an island republic in the west central Pacific just to the south of the equator

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Common mistakes of kiribati pronunciation

Misplacing stress: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "ki-ri-'ba-ti". The correct pronunciation places the primary stress on the third syllable: /ˌkɪr.ɪˈbɑː.ti/ (US) and /ˌkɪr.ɪˈbæ.ti/ (UK). Tip: Focus on emphasizing the "ba" in "kiribati".
Vowel confusion: Some learners mispronounce the "i" in "kiribati" as a long vowel, saying "kee-ree-bah-tee". The "i" should be short, as in /ˌkɪr.ɪˈbɑː.ti/ (US) and /ˌkɪr.ɪˈbæ.ti/ (UK). Tip: Keep the "i" quick and crisp.
Overemphasizing "t": A common mistake is to pronounce the "t" in "kiribati" too strongly, making it sound like "kiribat-ee". The "t" should be softer, as in /ˌkɪr.ɪˈbɑː.ti/ (US) and /ˌkɪr.ɪˈbæ.ti/ (UK). Tip: Relax your tongue when pronouncing the "t".
Ignoring the schwa: Some speakers neglect the schwa sound in the second syllable, leading to "kiribati" sounding like "kiribaty". The second syllable should have a neutral vowel sound, as in /ˌkɪr.ɪˈbɑː.ti/ (US) and /ˌkɪr.ɪˈbæ.ti/ (UK). Tip: Practice the second syllable with a quick "i" sound.
Incorrect syllable division: Learners may mistakenly divide "kiribati" into four syllables, saying "ki-ri-ba-ti". The correct division is three syllables: "ki-ri-ba-ti". Tip: Break it down into three smooth syllables for clearer pronunciation.

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How do you pronounce "kiribati" correctly?

"Kiribati" is pronounced as /ˌkɪr.ɪˈbɑː.ti/ in both American and British English. The stress is on the third syllable, "ba," making it sound like "ki-ri-BAH-tee."

What are the common mistakes when pronouncing "kiribati"?

Many people mistakenly place the stress on the first syllable, saying "KIR-i-bati." Remember, the correct stress is on the third syllable, "ba," which is important for accurate pronunciation.

Are there any variations in the pronunciation of "kiribati" in different regions?

While "kiribati" is generally pronounced the same way in most English-speaking regions, some may slightly alter the vowel sounds. However, the IPA /ˌkɪr.ɪˈbɑː.ti/ remains consistent across accents.

How many syllables are in the word "kiribati"?

The word "kiribati" has four syllables: "ki," "ri," "ba," and "ti." Each syllable is pronounced clearly, contributing to the overall flow of the word.