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reflect
Phonetic Transcription:
rɪˈflekt
Examples:
I think the article should, consciously, choose to reflect the sources.
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Common mistakes of reflect pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "re-ˈflect". This is incorrect; the primary stress is on the second syllable in both US and UK pronunciations: /rɪˈflɛkt/. Tip: Always emphasize the second syllable.
- Omitting the "r" sound: A common error is dropping the initial "r" sound, pronouncing it as "eflect". This alters the word completely. The correct pronunciation begins with /r/. Tip: Practice saying "r" clearly at the start.
- Mispronouncing the vowel sound: Learners may pronounce "reflect" with a long "e" sound, saying "ree-flect". The correct vowel sound is a short "i", as in /rɪˈflɛkt/. Tip: Focus on keeping the vowel sound brief and sharp.
- Confusing with similar words: Some confuse "reflect" with "deflect", leading to mispronunciation. "Reflect" has the vowel sound /ɪ/, while "deflect" has /ɪ/. Tip: Pay attention to the vowel sounds in each word to avoid confusion.
- Overemphasizing the "t": Some speakers stress the "t" at the end too much, making it sound like "reflectt". The correct pronunciation ends softly with /t/. Tip: Relax your tongue and let the "t" flow naturally.