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How to pronounce:
rapidly
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈræpɪdli
Examples:
This rapidly cools the air, and the various constituents quickly liquefy.
On the raft, the situation deteriorated rapidly.
The aircraft leaves the ground rapidly.
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Common mistakes of rapidly pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "ra-PID-ly" instead of "RAP-id-ly" (/ˈræp.ɪd.li/ in US and UK). Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable for correct pronunciation.
- Vowel sound confusion: Some may pronounce the first vowel in "rapidly" as "ah" instead of the short "a" sound. This leads to saying "rah-pid-ly" instead of "rap-id-ly." Tip: Practice the short "a" sound by comparing it to "cat."
- Syllable omission: A common mistake is dropping the last syllable, resulting in "rapid" instead of "rapidly" (/ˈræp.ɪd.li/). Tip: Say the full word slowly, ensuring each syllable is pronounced clearly.
- Incorrect vowel length: Learners might stretch the vowel sound in the second syllable, saying "rap-id-lee" instead of "rap-id-ly." Tip: Keep the second syllable short and crisp to maintain the word's flow.
- Final "ly" confusion: Some people pronounce "ly" as "lee," leading to "rapid-lee" instead of "rapidly." Tip: Focus on the "ly" as a quick, soft sound to avoid elongation.