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relevant
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈreləvənt
Examples:
The negation of the SBT is relevant only to whether the SBT is correct.
But that's not relevant to the block of Eleemosynary.
Intentionality is not relevant to contribution.
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Common mistakes of relevant pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "re-LEV-ant" instead of the correct "REL-ev-ant" (ˈrɛl.ə.vənt for US/UK). Tip: Focus on the first syllable to ensure proper emphasis.
- Vowel sound confusion: Some may pronounce "relevant" with an unclear vowel sound, saying "relevant" as "re-le-vent" with a short "e" sound. The correct pronunciation is "REL-ev-ant" (ˈrɛl.ə.vənt). Tip: Practice the schwa sound in the second syllable to sound more natural.
- Omitting syllables: A common mistake is to drop the second syllable, pronouncing it as "REL-vant." This simplification can lead to misunderstandings. Tip: Remember that "relevant" has three syllables and practice saying them clearly.
- Mispronouncing the "v": Some speakers may confuse the "v" sound in "relevant" with a "b" sound, saying "rele-bant." This alters the meaning and clarity. Tip: Make sure to emphasize the "v" sound, which is produced by placing your upper teeth on your lower lip.
- Incorrect final consonant: People sometimes pronounce "relevant" with a final "t" sound, saying "relevant" as "relevanT." The correct pronunciation ends with a soft "t" sound. Tip: Practice saying "relevant" while focusing on the transition from the last vowel to the "t" sound.