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primarily

Phonetic Transcription:

ˈpraɪmərəli

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An offense is primarily in the eyes of the offended.

Currently, she is primarily a marathoner.

He primarily served in the department.

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Common mistakes of primarily pronunciation

Misplacing the stress: Some learners place stress on the second syllable, saying "pri-ˈmarily". This is incorrect. The correct pronunciation stresses the third syllable: "ˈpraɪˌmɛr.ɪ.li". Tip: Focus on the first and third syllables for proper stress.
Overemphasizing the "r": In some accents, the "r" in "primarily" may be overly pronounced, sounding like "pri-mar-ˈar.ɪ.li". This can distort the word. Tip: Keep the "r" subtle and smooth, as in "ˈpraɪˌmɛr.ɪ.li".
Missing the second syllable: Some speakers may skip the second syllable, pronouncing it as "ˈpraɪm.ər.li". This omission can lead to misunderstanding. Tip: Ensure you pronounce all three syllables clearly: "ˈpraɪˌmɛr.ɪ.li".
Incorrect vowel sounds: Learners often mispronounce the vowel in the second syllable, saying "pri-ˈmɑːr.ɪ.li" instead of the correct "ˈmɛr". Tip: Practice the middle vowel sound to match the IPA "ˈpraɪˌmɛr.ɪ.li".
Confusing with similar words: Some may confuse "primarily" with "primary", leading to incorrect pronunciation. "Primary" is pronounced "ˈpraɪ.mer.i". Tip: Remember that "primarily" has an additional syllable, making it "ˈpraɪˌmɛr.ɪ.li".

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How do you pronounce "primarily" in American English?

In American English, "primarily" is pronounced as /praɪˈmɛr.ɪ.li/. The primary stress is on the second syllable, "mer", which sounds like "mare".

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

No significant differences exist between American and British pronunciations of "primarily". Both use the same IPA: /praɪˈmɛr.ɪ.li/, with stress on the second syllable.

What syllable in "primarily" is stressed?

The stress in "primarily" falls on the second syllable, "mer". This means when you say the word, you should emphasize that part more than the others.

Are there common mistakes when pronouncing "primarily"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress, often placing it on the first syllable instead. Remember to stress the second syllable, "mer", to pronounce "primarily" correctly.