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posthumously

Phonetic Transcription:

ˈpɒstjʊməs

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Common mistakes of posthumously pronunciation

Misplacing the stress: Many people incorrectly stress the first syllable, saying "POST-humously" instead of "post-HUM-ously". Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the second syllable, marked as /ˈpɒs.tʃə.məs.li/ in UK and /ˈpɑs.tʃə.məs.li/ in US.
Omitting the "h": Some might say "postumously" instead of "posthumously". Tip: Ensure you pronounce the "h" clearly in "posthumously" to maintain the correct pronunciation.
Confusing the vowel sounds: The vowel in the second syllable can be mispronounced. Some may say "post-hum-ous-ly" with a short "u" sound. Tip: The correct pronunciation features a schwa sound /ə/ in the second syllable.
Incorrectly pronouncing the final "ly": It's common to hear "posthumously" ending with a hard "ly" sound, as in "lye". Tip: The final "ly" should sound softer, like /li/, making it flow smoothly with the rest of the word.
Overemphasizing the "t": Some might overly stress the "t" in "posthumously", leading to a harsh pronunciation. Tip: Keep the "t" subtle and allow the syllables to blend naturally for a more fluent sound.

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How do you pronounce "posthumously"?

The pronunciation of "posthumously" is /ˈpɑːstʃə.məs.li/ in American English and /ˈpɒstjʊ.məs.li/ in British English. The primary stress is on the first syllable, and the "h" is pronounced softly.

What are the syllables in "posthumously"?

"Posthumously" has four syllables: "post," "hu," "mous," and "ly." When breaking it down, it sounds like "post-hu-mous-ly."

Is there a schwa sound in "posthumously"?

Yes, there is a schwa sound in "posthumously." The "u" in the second syllable is pronounced as a schwa, sounding like "hə."

Are there common mistakes when pronouncing "posthumously"?

One common mistake is misplacing the stress, often saying "post-hu-MOUS-ly" instead of the correct "POST-hu-mously." It's also important to remember that the "h" is not silent, which can lead to confusion.