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recalcitrant

Phonetic Transcription:

rɪˈkælsɪtrənt

Examples:

The presbytery proved to be recalcitrant.

Don't pretend that I'm the recalcitrant one.

He was known to paddle recalcitrant boys.

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Common mistakes of recalcitrant pronunciation

Stress placement: Many learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "re-cal-CI-trant" instead of the correct "re-CAL-ci-trant" (US: /rɪˈkæl.sɪ.trənt/, UK: /rɪˈkæl.sɪ.trənt/). Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on "CAL".
Vowel confusion: Some may mispronounce the "cal" as "kæl" instead of the correct "kæl" in both US and UK pronunciations. This can lead to a muddled pronunciation. Tip: Practice saying "cal" clearly, focusing on the short "a" sound.
Ending sound: A common mistake is to pronounce the ending "-trant" as "trant" instead of the correct "trənt" (US: /trənt/, UK: /trənt/). This alters the word's clarity. Tip: Emphasize the schwa sound in the ending to maintain accuracy.
Syllable count: Some learners mistakenly reduce the number of syllables, pronouncing "recalcitrant" as a three-syllable word instead of four. This can cause confusion. Tip: Break it down into "re-CAL-ci-trant" to ensure all syllables are pronounced.
Overemphasis on "re": Some may stress the prefix "re" too heavily, saying "RE-calcitrant" instead of the correct "re-calcitrant." This can disrupt the flow of the word. Tip: Keep the "re" light and focus on the primary stress in "CAL".

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "recalcitrant" in American English?

In American English, "recalcitrant" is pronounced as /rɪˈkæl.sɪ.trənt/ with the primary stress on the second syllable. The "re-" is pronounced like "rih," and the "cal" sounds like "kal."

What is the UK pronunciation of "recalcitrant"?

In British English, "recalcitrant" is pronounced the same way: /rɪˈkæl.sɪ.trənt/. The stress pattern remains consistent, with the emphasis on the second syllable.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "recalcitrant"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress, often placing it on the first syllable instead of the second. Remember that the correct pronunciation emphasizes "cal" as in "kal."

How many syllables are in "recalcitrant"?

The word "recalcitrant" has four syllables: re-cal-ci-trant. Each syllable is pronounced clearly, with the second syllable receiving the most emphasis.