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prominent
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈprɒmɪnənt
Examples:
Monocracy is prominent in some countries.
The disease is prominent in the domesticated hedgehog.
The ears are inconspicuous, but the eyes are prominent.
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Common mistakes of prominent pronunciation
- Stress misplacement: Many learners stress the second syllable, saying "pro-'mi-nent" instead of the correct "ˈprɒm.ɪ.nənt" (UK) or "ˈprɑː.mə.nənt" (US). Tip: Remember to place the primary stress on the first syllable.
- Vowel confusion: Some pronounce the first syllable as "pro" with a long "o" sound, saying "pro-" instead of "prɒm" (UK) or "prɑːm" (US). Tip: Focus on the short "o" sound to achieve the correct pronunciation.
- Neglecting the schwa: Learners often overlook the schwa sound in the last syllable, pronouncing it as "ment" instead of "mənt". Tip: Practice saying "mənt" to ensure the final syllable sounds natural and unstressed.
- Overemphasizing the final "t": Some speakers pronounce the "t" too strongly, saying "promi-nent" with a hard "t" sound. Tip: Keep the "t" soft and quick to maintain the word's flow and rhythm.
- Incorrect syllable separation: A common mistake is to break the word into three syllables, as in "pro-mi-nent". The correct division is into two syllables: "ˈprɒm.ɪ.nənt" (UK) or "ˈprɑː.mə.nənt" (US). Tip: Practice the correct syllable structure to improve clarity.