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obedient
Phonetic Transcription:
əˈbiːdɪənt
Examples:
He was most obedient to the elders.
They are generally obedient, pliant, and obsequious.
He was the quintessential obedient axe man.
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Common mistakes of obedient pronunciation
- Stress placement error: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, pronouncing it as "o-BE-dient" instead of "o-BE-dient" (ˈoʊˌbiːdiənt in US, ˈəʊˌbiːdiənt in UK). Tip: Remember to stress the second syllable, "BE".
- Vowel sound confusion: Some may pronounce the first syllable as "o" instead of "oʊ" (US) or "əʊ" (UK). This can lead to mispronunciation. Tip: Practice the "o" sound by saying "oh" before "be".
- Incorrect vowel length: The "i" in "obedient" is often pronounced too short, leading to "obediant." The correct pronunciation is "biː" (ˈoʊˌbiːdiənt in US, ˈəʊˌbiːdiənt in UK). Tip: Stretch the "i" sound to match its length.
- Final consonant blending: Learners sometimes blend the "t" at the end, making it sound like "obedien." The correct pronunciation has a clear "t" sound. Tip: Emphasize the "t" at the end to ensure clarity.
- Syllable omission: Some may drop the middle syllable, saying "ob-dient" instead of "o-BE-dient." This can confuse listeners. Tip: Practice saying all three syllables clearly: "o-BE-dient."