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How to pronounce:
physical
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈfɪzɪkəl
Examples:
The blood circulates a physical body.
It is hurtful to dislocate a physical body part.
Only the rest of the physical body is simulated.
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Common mistakes of physical pronunciation
- Stress misplacement: Many learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "phy-ZI-cal" instead of the correct "PHI-zi-cal" (US: ˈfɪzɪkəl, UK: ˈfɪzɪkəl). Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable "PHI".
- Vowel confusion: Some pronounce "physical" with a short "i" sound, saying "PHI-sical" instead of the correct "PHI-zi-cal" (US: ˈfɪzɪkəl, UK: ˈfɪzɪkəl). Tip: Listen for the "zi" sound in the second syllable to ensure clarity.
- Dropping the "z" sound: A common mistake is to omit the "z" sound, pronouncing it as "PHI-cial". This can lead to misunderstandings. Tip: Practice saying the "zi" clearly to maintain the correct pronunciation.
- Overemphasizing the "c": Some learners may stress the "c" too much, saying "PHI-sical" instead of "PHI-zi-cal" (US: ˈfɪzɪkəl, UK: ˈfɪzɪkəl). Tip: Focus on the "zi" sound rather than the "c" to keep the flow natural.
- Incorrect syllable count: Some may mistakenly say "phy-si-cal", adding an extra syllable. The correct pronunciation is three syllables: "PHI-zi-cal" (US: ˈfɪzɪkəl, UK: ˈfɪzɪkəl). Tip: Break it down into three parts, ensuring each is pronounced smoothly.