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How to pronounce:
rely
Phonetic Transcription:
rɪˈlaɪ
Examples:
I rely on the kindness of administations.
The economical development rely on the Industries.
All of these approaches rely on the concept of shrinkage.
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Common mistakes of rely pronunciation
- Vowel sound confusion: Some learners mispronounce "rely" as /ˈrɪlaɪ/ instead of /rɪˈlaɪ/ in US English. This changes the vowel sound and stress placement. Tip: Focus on the correct vowel sound and ensure the stress is on the second syllable.
- Incorrect stress placement: Many people place the stress on the first syllable, saying "RE-ly" instead of "re-LY". This can lead to misunderstandings. Tip: Remember that "rely" has primary stress on the second syllable, /rɪˈlaɪ/.
- Mispronouncing the "r": Some speakers may pronounce "rely" starting with a softer "r" sound, like /l/. This can make it difficult to recognize the word. Tip: Practice the initial "r" sound, ensuring it is pronounced clearly as /r/.
- Overemphasis on the "y": Learners might overemphasize the "y" in "rely," making it sound like /ˈrɪlaɪi/. This extra sound is not present in standard pronunciation. Tip: Keep the "y" sound subtle and smooth, focusing on the "i" in /laɪ/.
- Dropping the "l" sound: Some may drop the "l" sound in "rely," pronouncing it as /rɪˈaɪ/. This can lead to confusion with other words. Tip: Ensure you clearly articulate the "l" sound to maintain clarity.