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reminiscing
Phonetic Transcription:
ˌremɪˈnɪs
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Common mistakes of reminiscing pronunciation
- Stress placement: Some learners mistakenly stress the second syllable, pronouncing "reminiscing" as /ˌrɛmɪˈnɪsɪŋ/. The correct stress is on the third syllable: /ˌrɛmɪˈnɪsɪŋ/. Tip: Focus on emphasizing the "nis" part.
- Vowel sounds: A common error is mispronouncing the first vowel, saying "reminiscing" as /ˌrɛmɪˈsɪkɪŋ/. The correct pronunciation uses the short "e" sound /ɛ/ in the first syllable. Tip: Practice with words like "red" to master the sound.
- Final consonant: Some speakers drop the final "g," pronouncing it as "reminiscin." The correct pronunciation includes the "g" sound, /ˈnɪsɪŋ/. Tip: Always pronounce the "g" to maintain clarity in speech.
- Syllable division: Learners may incorrectly divide the syllables, saying "re-min-is-cing" instead of "rem-in-is-cing." The correct division is three syllables: /ˌrɛmɪˈnɪsɪŋ/. Tip: Practice saying it slowly to get familiar with the syllable structure.
- Overemphasis on "in": Some people overly emphasize the "in" syllable, leading to "re-min-IS-cing." The correct emphasis is balanced across the syllables: /ˌrɛmɪˈnɪsɪŋ/. Tip: Use a metronome to practice even stress across all syllables.