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How to pronounce:
occupied
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈɒkjʊpaɪd
Examples:
He was engaged in the organizational activities in the occupied Taganrog.
The town was occupied by the Romans.
The building is the occupied lodge of the Freemasons.
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Common mistakes of occupied pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly stress the first syllable, saying "OC-cupied" /ˈɑːkjʊpaɪd/ (US) or /ˈɒkjʊpaɪd/ (UK). Tip: Remember to stress the second syllable: "oc-CU-pied."
- Vowel confusion: Some may pronounce "occupied" with an incorrect vowel sound, saying "oc-ki-PAYD" instead of "oc-CU-pied." Tip: Focus on the "CU" sound /kjuː/ to get it right.
- Final syllable mispronunciation: A common mistake is to pronounce the last syllable as "ped" instead of "pied." Tip: Practice saying "pied" to ensure clarity, as in /paɪd/.
- Omitting the "u": Learners sometimes drop the "u" sound, saying "oc-cupied" /ˈɑːkəpaɪd/ (US) or /ˈɒkəpaɪd/ (UK). Tip: Make sure to include the "u" sound in the second syllable.
- Overemphasis on consonants: Some people may overemphasize the "c" sound in "occupied," leading to a harsh pronunciation. Tip: Soften the "c" and focus on smooth transitions between syllables.