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How to pronounce:
miraculous
Phonetic Transcription:
mɪˈrækjʊləs
Examples:
It's not about the miraculous claims of the bible.
The idea of the miraculous child was mine.
The success of the stabilization plan was miraculous.
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Common mistakes of miraculous pronunciation
- Stress placement error: Some learners incorrectly stress the first syllable, saying "MIR-aculous" instead of the correct "mi-RAC-u-lous" (/mɪˈræk.jə.ləs/ in US and /mɪˈræk.jʊ.ləs/ in UK). Tip: Remember that the second syllable carries the primary stress.
- Vowel confusion: A common mistake is mispronouncing the second syllable as "rac" instead of "RAC" (/ræk/). This can lead to confusion in communication. Tip: Focus on making the "a" sound clear and short.
- Syllable omission: Some speakers may drop the "u" sound, saying "mi-RAC-lous" instead of "mi-RAC-u-lous." This omission can change the clarity of the word. Tip: Practice saying all syllables to maintain clarity.
- Unclear ending: Learners sometimes pronounce the ending as "lous" (/ləs/) instead of "lous" (/ləs/ or /lʊs/). This can affect the overall pronunciation. Tip: Pay attention to the "u" sound in the final syllable for accuracy.
- Overemphasis on "m": Some may overemphasize the "m" sound, saying "MIRaculous" rather than a smoother transition to "mi-RAC-u-lous." This disrupts the flow. Tip: Practice saying the word slowly to achieve a natural rhythm.