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narrative
Definition:
(nou) a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈnærətɪv
Examples:
I merely wanted to describe the audacious tenor of DeGrazia's narrative.
Everything in the narrative is veracious.
It breaks the flow of the narrative.
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Common mistakes of narrative pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "na-RRAtive" instead of the correct "NAR-ative" (ˈnær.ə.tɪv). Tip: Focus on the first syllable to ensure proper emphasis.
- Vowel sound confusion: Some people pronounce "narrative" with a long "a," sounding like "nare-ative." This is incorrect. The correct pronunciation uses a short "a," as in "NAR." Tip: Practice saying "narrate" to get the vowel sound right.
- Omitting syllables: A common mistake is saying "narrtive" by dropping the middle syllable. This leads to an incomplete pronunciation. The full form is "NAR-ative" (ˈnær.ə.tɪv). Tip: Break the word into three parts and say each clearly.
- Mispronouncing the "t": Some speakers may soften the "t" in "narrative," leading to "narravive." The correct pronunciation keeps the "t" clear and crisp. Tip: Emphasize the "t" to maintain the integrity of the word.
- Incorrect ending: Using "narrativ" without the final "e" is a frequent error. The correct form is "narrative" (ˈnær.ə.tɪv) with a pronounced ending. Tip: Remember that the "e" helps to complete the word and affects its pronunciation.