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How to pronounce:
received
Phonetic Transcription:
rɪˈsiːv
Examples:
He is the youngest instrumentalist to have received this award.
It was well received by the people and having brisk sales.
The tale teaches chidlren to requite to what they have received.
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Common mistakes of received pronunciation
- Vowel confusion: Some learners mispronounce "received" by confusing the "i" and "e" sounds, saying /rɪˈsiːvd/ instead of /rɪˈsiːvd/. Tip: Focus on the long "e" sound in the second syllable.
- Silent letters: Many people mistakenly pronounce the "e" in "received," saying /rɪˈsiːvəd/. This is incorrect as the "e" is silent. Tip: Remember that "received" has a silent "e" at the end.
- Stress placement: Incorrect stress can lead to saying "received" as /rəˈsiːvd/. The primary stress is on the second syllable. Tip: Emphasize the second syllable: re-"CEIVED".
- Overemphasis on consonants: Some might pronounce "received" too heavily on the "r" and "d," resulting in /ˈrɪsiːvd/. This can sound unnatural. Tip: Keep the consonants soft and focus on the vowel sounds.
- Dropping the final sound: Learners sometimes say "received" as /rɪˈsiːv/, omitting the final "d." Tip: Always pronounce the final "d" clearly to complete the word.