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penalized

Phonetic Transcription:

ˈpiːnəlaɪz

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He was penalized before the restart.

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Common mistakes of penalized pronunciation

Misplacing the stress: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "pen-AL-ized" instead of the correct "PE-nalized" (ˈpiː.nə.laɪzd). Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable for proper pronunciation.
Omitting the vowel: A common mistake is dropping the vowel sound in the second syllable, pronouncing it as "pen-lized" instead of "pen-alized" (ˈpiː.nə.laɪzd). Tip: Make sure to clearly articulate all syllables.
Incorrect vowel sound: Some speakers pronounce the first syllable with a short "e" sound, saying "pen" instead of the correct long "e" sound as in "pea." Tip: Practice saying "pea" to get the right vowel sound before "nalized."
Confusing with "penal": Learners sometimes confuse "penalized" with "penal" (ˈpiː.nəl), leading to mispronunciation. Tip: Focus on adding the "ized" ending to distinguish the two words clearly.
Vowel reduction in unstressed syllables: Some might reduce the "a" sound in "nal" to a schwa, saying "pen-lized" instead of "pen-alized" (ˈpiː.nə.laɪzd). Tip: Keep the "a" sound clear to maintain the integrity of the word.

Frequently asked questions

How is "penalized" pronounced in American English?

In American English, "penalized" is pronounced as /ˈpiːnəˌlaɪzd/. The stress is on the first syllable, "pea," which sounds like "pee," followed by a schwa sound in the second syllable, "nuh," and ends with "lied" sounding like "lyzd."

What is the British pronunciation of "penalized"?

In British English, "penalized" is pronounced the same way as in American English, /ˈpiːnəˌlaɪzd/. The stress pattern and vowel sounds are consistent between the two dialects.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "penalized"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress, saying "penalized" with the second syllable stressed instead of the first. Remember to emphasize the "pea" sound at the beginning to pronounce it correctly.

How many syllables are in the word "penalized"?

The word "penalized" has three syllables: "pea," "nuh," and "lied." It is pronounced as /ˈpiːnəˌlaɪzd/, making it important to articulate each part clearly.