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randomly

Phonetic Transcription:

ˈrændəmli

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It uses true quantum randomness to randomly permute the list.

By the way, the slogan changes randomly.

It didn't just randomly combust.

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Common mistakes of randomly pronunciation

  1. Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "ran-ˈdom-ly". The correct stress is on the first syllable: "ˈran-dəm-ly". Tip: Remember that stressing the first syllable helps clarify the word.
  2. Vowel sound confusion: Some may pronounce "randomly" with an "a" sound as in "cat" instead of the schwa sound (ə) in the second syllable. The correct pronunciation is "ˈran-dəm-ly". Tip: Practice saying "uh" to master the schwa sound.
  3. Incorrect ending sound: A common mistake is to pronounce the "ly" ending as "lee" instead of "lɪ". The correct pronunciation is "ˈran-dəm-lee". Tip: Focus on softening the "l" and ensuring the "y" sounds like "lɪ".
  4. Overemphasizing syllables: Some learners may overemphasize each syllable, making it sound choppy. The word should flow smoothly: "ˈran-dəm-ly". Tip: Practice saying it quickly to develop a natural rhythm.
  5. Mispronouncing the "d": Some may confuse the "d" sound with a "t" sound, saying "ran-təm-ly". The correct pronunciation is "ˈran-dəm-ly". Tip: Isolate the "d" sound and practice it in different words to improve clarity.

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How do you pronounce "randomly" in American English?

In American English, "randomly" is pronounced as /ˈrændəmli/. The primary stress is on the first syllable, "ran," and the second syllable has a schwa sound, making it sound like "dəm."

What is the British pronunciation of "randomly"?

In British English, "randomly" is pronounced the same way, /ˈrændəmli/. The stress remains on the first syllable, and the pronunciation is very similar to the American version.

How many syllables are in "randomly"?

The word "randomly" has three syllables: "ran," "dum," and "ly." You can break it down as /ˈræn/ - /dəm/ - /li/.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "randomly"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress, often saying "ran-" too softly. Remember to emphasize the first syllable, making it clear and loud, as in /ˈrændəmli/.
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