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phenomenal
Phonetic Transcription:
fɪˈnɒmɪnəl
Examples:
The eyesight of the birds is phenomenal.
In the 1970s, growth was phenomenal in the suburbs.
The dynamic range of the orchestra was phenomenal.
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Common mistakes of phenomenal pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "phe-NOM-inal." The correct stress is on the third syllable, as in "phe-NOM-e-nal" (/fəˈnɒm.ɪ.nəl/ in UK, /fəˈnɑː.mə.nəl/ in US). Tip: Focus on emphasizing the "NOM" part.
- Vowel sound confusion: Some people pronounce "phenomenal" with an unclear vowel sound, saying "phenominal." The correct pronunciation includes a distinct "e" sound in the third syllable: "phe-NOM-e-nal." Tip: Practice the "e" sound to clarify the syllables.
- Omitting syllables: A common mistake is to drop the middle syllable, saying "fenomenal." This leads to mispronunciation. Remember to articulate all parts: "phe-NOM-e-nal." Tip: Break the word into syllables and practice each one slowly.
- Incorrect vowel length: Some learners may pronounce "phenomenal" with a short "a" sound, saying "phenomenal" instead of the correct long "a" sound in the second syllable. The correct pronunciation is "phe-NOM-e-nal." Tip: Listen to native speakers to grasp the vowel length.
- Inconsistent regional pronunciation: Learners might confuse the US and UK pronunciations, leading to uncertainty. The UK version is /fəˈnɒm.ɪ.nəl/, while the US version is /fəˈnɑː.mə.nəl/. Tip: Familiarize yourself with both pronunciations for better understanding.