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pleasant

Phonetic Transcription:

ˈpleznt

Examples:

It was a pleasant surprise.

It was a very pleasant surprise.

The clamorous noise was not pleasant.

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Common mistakes of pleasant pronunciation

Stress misplacement: Many learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "plea-ZANT" instead of "PLEZ-ənt" (US) or "PLEZ-ənt" (UK). Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable for correct pronunciation.
Vowel confusion: Some people pronounce the first vowel as "ay" instead of "e," saying "play-zant." This is incorrect. The correct IPA is /ˈplɛz.ənt/. Tip: Focus on the short "e" sound in "pleasant."
Missing schwa sound: Often, learners skip the schwa sound in the second syllable, saying "plezant." The correct pronunciation includes a schwa: /ˈplɛz.ənt/. Tip: Practice saying the second syllable softly, almost like "ənt."
Overemphasis on "t": Some speakers overemphasize the "t" at the end, pronouncing it as "plez-ent." The proper ending sound is softer: /ˈplɛz.ənt/. Tip: Keep the "t" subtle and quick to maintain the flow of the word.
Incorrect vowel length: Learners may stretch the vowel sound in the first syllable, saying "plee-zant." The correct pronunciation is shorter: /ˈplɛz.ənt/. Tip: Pay attention to keeping the first vowel short and crisp.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "pleasant" in American English?

In American English, "pleasant" is pronounced as /ˈplɛz.ənt/. The stress is on the first syllable, and the "e" is pronounced as a short "e" sound, like in "bed."

Is there a difference in the pronunciation of "pleasant" between British and American English?

Yes, in British English, "pleasant" is pronounced as /ˈplɛz.ənt/ as well, with the same stress on the first syllable. The pronunciation is quite similar to American English, making it easy for learners.

What syllable does the stress fall on in the word "pleasant"?

The stress in "pleasant" falls on the first syllable, pronounced as /ˈplɛz/. This means that this syllable is emphasized more than the second syllable, which has a softer pronunciation.

Are there any common mistakes people make when pronouncing "pleasant"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress, often putting it on the second syllable instead. Remember to emphasize the first syllable, as this helps in pronouncing "pleasant" correctly.