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methodological
Definition:
(nou) the branch of philosophy that analyzes the principles and procedures of inquiry in a particular discipline (nou) the system of methods followed in a particular discipline
Phonetic Transcription:
ˌmeθəˈdɒlədʒi
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Common mistakes of methodological pronunciation
- Stress placement error: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable in "methodological" as /ˌmɛθəˈdɒlədʒɪkəl/ (UK). The correct stress is on the fourth syllable: /ˌmɛθəˈdɑːlədʒɪkəl/ (US). Tip: Focus on the fourth syllable to ensure proper emphasis.
- Vowel sound confusion: Some pronounce "methodological" with an incorrect vowel sound in the first syllable, saying /ˈmɛθ/ instead of the correct /ˌmɛθə/. This can lead to misunderstanding. Tip: Practice saying /ˌmɛθə/ clearly to differentiate.
- Syllable omission: A common mistake is omitting the second syllable, pronouncing it as "methodologcal" /ˌmɛθəˈdɒlɪkəl/. This changes the word's structure. Tip: Break the word down into syllables: "meth-o-do-log-i-cal" to reinforce each part.
- Incorrect final syllable: Some learners pronounce the final syllable as /kəl/ instead of the correct /ɪkəl/. This can alter the word's clarity. Tip: Emphasize the /ɪ/ sound in the last syllable to maintain accuracy.
- Mispronouncing "th": The "th" in "methodological" is often mispronounced as /θ/ (as in "thin") instead of /ð/ (as in "this"). This can confuse listeners. Tip: Practice the voiced sound /ð/ by placing your tongue between your teeth.