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How to pronounce:
probably
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈprɒbəbli
Examples:
This is probably because the jump is mechanically like the canter step.
You're young, you're probably broke and you might not even really like your roommate.
That is probably the largest imbecility.
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Common mistakes of probably pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners may stress the wrong syllable, saying "prob-uh-bly" instead of the correct "ˈprɒb.ə.bli" (UK) or "ˈprɑː.bə.bli" (US). Tip: Focus on stressing the first syllable to sound more natural.
- Overemphasizing the middle syllable: A common mistake is pronouncing "probably" as "prob-uh-BLY" with too much emphasis on the last syllable. Tip: Keep the middle syllable light and quick to maintain the correct flow.
- Dropping the vowel sound: Some may say "probly" by omitting the middle syllable entirely. This can lead to misunderstandings. Tip: Always pronounce all three syllables: "ˈprɒb.ə.bli" (UK) or "ˈprɑː.bə.bli" (US).
- Confusing with similar words: Learners might confuse "probably" with "probability." The latter has a different stress pattern: "ˌprɒb.əˈbɪl.ɪ.ti" (UK) or "ˌprɑː.bəˈbɪl.ɪ.ti" (US). Tip: Pay attention to the stress placement to distinguish between the two.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some may mispronounce the vowel sounds, saying "pruh-buh-blee" instead of "ˈprɒb.ə.bli" (UK) or "ˈprɑː.bə.bli" (US). Tip: Practice the correct vowel sounds to improve clarity in speech.