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How to pronounce:
mental
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈmentəl
Examples:
The fundamental concepts of Mental Management are evocation and mental project.
Information in mental health is not commonsensical.
It is a reference to the mental degradation of the president.
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Common mistakes of mental pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "men-TAL" instead of "MEN-tal". This can confuse listeners. Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable, as indicated by the IPA ˈmɛn.təl.
- Overpronouncing the "t": A common mistake is to overly articulate the "t" in "mental", making it sound like "men-tal". This can disrupt the flow of speech. Tip: Keep the "t" soft and quick, as shown in the IPA ˈmɛn.təl.
- Vowel sound confusion: Some may pronounce the "e" in "mental" as "ee", saying "meen-tal". This alters the word's meaning. Tip: Focus on the short "e" sound, represented in the IPA as /ɛ/, to ensure accurate pronunciation.
- Adding an extra vowel sound: Learners sometimes insert an additional vowel, pronouncing it as "men-uh-tal". This can make the word sound awkward. Tip: Stick to the two syllables, as shown in the IPA ˈmɛn.təl, without adding extra sounds.
- Mispronouncing in rapid speech: In fast conversation, some might slur "mental" to sound like "men'l". This can lead to misunderstandings. Tip: Practice saying "mental" clearly, maintaining the syllable structure, to avoid losing clarity in speech.