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How to pronounce:
ridiculous
Phonetic Transcription:
rɪˈdɪkjʊləs
Examples:
As to the intro, it is perverse and ridiculous.
But let's not extrapolate to the ridiculous.
That is ridiculous to the extend of insanity.
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Common mistakes of ridiculous pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many people stress the second syllable, saying "ri-ˈdiculus". The correct stress is on the third syllable, "ri-ˈdɪk-jə-ləs" (US) or "rɪ-ˈdɪk-jʊ-ləs" (UK). Tip: Practice emphasizing "dick" to get the stress right.
- Overpronouncing vowels: Some learners pronounce "ridiculous" with overly distinct vowels, making it sound unnatural. The correct pronunciation includes reduced vowels, as in "ri-ˈdɪk-jə-ləs". Tip: Focus on a smooth flow between syllables to avoid overemphasis.
- Ignoring the "u": A common mistake is omitting the "u" sound, leading to "ridic-lus". The correct pronunciation includes the "u" sound, as in "ri-ˈdɪk-jə-ləs" (US) or "rɪ-ˈdɪk-jʊ-ləs" (UK). Tip: Make sure to pronounce the "jə" clearly.
- Confusing "c" sounds: Some may mispronounce the "c" as a hard "k" sound, saying "ri-ˈkɪk-ləs". The correct pronunciation uses a soft "c", as in "ri-ˈdɪk-jə-ləs". Tip: Remember that "c" before "i" is usually soft, like in "city".
- Skipping syllables: Learners sometimes reduce "ridiculous" to three syllables, pronouncing it as "ridic-lus". The correct form has four syllables: "ri-ˈdɪk-jə-ləs" (US) or "rɪ-ˈdɪk-jʊ-ləs" (UK). Tip: Practice breaking it down into four distinct parts for clarity.