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How to pronounce:
respectful
Phonetic Transcription:
rɪˈspektfəl
Examples:
Do you see this behavior as respectful of the spirit of the general sanctions
They are respectful to their teachers.
Just be respectful of the situation.
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Common mistakes of respectful pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners place stress on the second syllable, saying "re-ˈspect-ful". This is incorrect. The primary stress is on the second syllable: "re-ˈspect-ful". Tip: Remember to emphasize the "spect" part.
- Omitting the final sound: It is common to drop the last "l" sound, resulting in "respectfu". This makes the word sound incomplete. The correct pronunciation includes the "l": "re-ˈspect-ful". Tip: Focus on articulating the "l" clearly at the end.
- Pronouncing "e" too strongly: Some speakers may pronounce the "e" in "respectful" too strongly, as in "ree-spect-ful". This can alter the word's pronunciation. The correct sound is a short "e": "re-ˈspect-ful". Tip: Keep the "e" subtle and quick.
- Confusing with "respectfully": Learners sometimes mix "respectful" with "respectfully", stressing the wrong syllables. "Respectfully" has an additional syllable and different stress: "re-ˈspect-fully". Tip: Practice both words separately to distinguish their sounds and syllable counts.
- Overemphasizing vowels: Some may overemphasize the vowels in "respectful", leading to a drawn-out pronunciation. The correct sounds should be crisp and clear: "re-ˈspect-ful". Tip: Keep your vowels short and concise for better clarity.