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How to pronounce:
resemble
Phonetic Transcription:
rɪˈzembəl
Examples:
In structure, they resemble the salivary glands.
The eggs resemble those of the hosts.
The rings resemble those of a ringtail.
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Common mistakes of resemble pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners place stress on the second syllable, saying "re-ˈsem-ble". This is incorrect. The correct stress is on the second syllable in both US and UK: "rɪˈzɛm.bəl". Tip: Always emphasize the "zem" part.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: A common mistake is pronouncing "resemble" with an "e" sound like "ree". The correct pronunciation is "rɪˈzɛm.bəl", where the "e" is pronounced as in "bed". Tip: Practice saying "zem" to get the right vowel sound.
- Omitting the final syllable: Some people might drop the last syllable, saying "resem" instead of "resemble". This alters the word's meaning. The full pronunciation is "rɪˈzɛm.bəl". Tip: Always include the "ble" to maintain clarity.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners often confuse "resemble" with "assemble", leading to mispronunciation. "Resemble" is pronounced "rɪˈzɛm.bəl", while "assemble" is "əˈsɛm.bəl". Tip: Practice both words in sentences to distinguish them.
- Adding an extra syllable: Some may mistakenly say "re-sem-ble" with three syllables. The correct pronunciation has only two: "rɪˈzɛm.bəl". Tip: Break it down into two parts: "re" and "semble" to avoid adding extra sounds.