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How to pronounce:
recommended
Phonetic Transcription:
ˌrekəˈmend
Examples:
The books are recommended.
It is not recommended for hikers with acrophobia.
The book is strongly recommended.
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Common mistakes of recommended pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "rec-om-"ˈ"mend-ed". The correct stress is on the third syllable: "rec-ˌ"om-"ˈ"mend-ed". Tip: Practice saying the word slowly to emphasize the correct stress.
- Omitting syllables: Some people may say "rec-"ˈ"mend-ed", dropping the second syllable. This makes the word unclear. The full pronunciation is "rec-ˌ"om-"ˈ"mend-ed". Tip: Break the word into syllables to ensure you pronounce each part.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: The vowel sound in the second syllable is often mispronounced. Instead of "om", some say "um", making it sound like "rec-ˌ"um-"ˈ"mend-ed". The correct sound is "om" as in "come". Tip: Listen to native speakers to hear the correct vowel pronunciation.
- Confusing "c" and "k": Learners may pronounce the "c" in "recommended" like a hard "k", saying "rek-ˌ"om-"ˈ"mend-ed". The "c" should sound like "s" in this context. Tip: Remember that "c" before "o" is typically pronounced as "k", but in this case, it is soft.
- Blending sounds: Some might blend the sounds too much, making it sound like "rec-om-mend-ed". This can confuse listeners. The correct pronunciation is distinct: "rec-ˌ"om-"ˈ"mend-ed". Tip: Practice separating the syllables to maintain clarity.