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pedestrian
Definition:
(nou) a person who travels by foot
Phonetic Transcription:
pɪˈdestrɪən
Examples:
The pedestrian crossed the road.
The city is quaint and pedestrian friendly.
This was the original pedestrian access to the castle.
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Common mistakes of pedestrian pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "pe-ˈdes-tri-an." The correct pronunciation is "pə-ˈdɛs-tri-ən" in US English and "pə-ˈdɛs.tɹi.ən" in UK English. Tip: Focus on the primary stress on the third syllable.
- Overemphasizing vowels: Some people pronounce "pedestrian" with exaggerated vowels, like "pee-deh-stree-an." This can lead to a misunderstanding. The correct vowels are more relaxed: "pə-ˈdɛs-tri-ən." Tip: Practice saying the word slowly to get the vowel sounds right.
- Dropping syllables: It's common to drop the middle syllable, saying "pe-destrian." This makes the word unclear. The full pronunciation includes all syllables: "pə-ˈdɛs-tri-ən." Tip: Break the word down into syllables when practicing.
- Confusing "t" and "d": Some may pronounce "pedestrian" with a "d" sound, saying "pe-des-tri-an." The "t" sound should be clear. The correct pronunciation is "pə-ˈdɛs-tri-ən." Tip: Pay attention to the "t" sound; it should be crisp and distinct.
- Ignoring the schwa: Learners often neglect the schwa sound in unstressed syllables, saying "pedestrian" as if all vowels are stressed. The correct pronunciation includes a schwa: "pə-ˈdɛs-tri-ən." Tip: Remember that unstressed syllables often have a quick, neutral sound.