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How to pronounce:
quintessential
Phonetic Transcription:
kwɪnˈtesns
Examples:
He is the quintessential example of different and expert point of view.
Apple is the quintessential fruit.
That was the quintessential best thing.
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Common mistakes of quintessential pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners might place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "kwin-te-ˈsen-tial". Tip: Remember to stress the third syllable: "kwin-te-ˌsen-ˈtial" (US) or "kwin-te-ˌsen-ˈtial" (UK).
- Overemphasizing vowels: A common mistake is elongating the vowels, resulting in "kwin-te-ˌsen-ˈti-al". Tip: Keep the vowels short and crisp, especially in the unstressed syllables.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some may pronounce the "u" as in "cute", saying "kwin-te-ˈsen-tial". Tip: The "u" should sound more like "i" as in "bit": "kwin-te-ˌsen-ˈtial".
- Missing the "t" sound: Learners might drop the "t" sound, saying "kwin-es-sen-tial". Tip: Ensure to pronounce the "t" clearly, as it is crucial for the correct pronunciation: "kwin-te-ˌsen-ˈtial".
- Confusing with similar words: Some may confuse "quintessential" with "essential", pronouncing it like "e-ˈsen-tial". Tip: Focus on the "quint" part at the beginning: "kwin-te-ˌsen-ˈtial" to differentiate.