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scattered
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈskætəd
Examples:
He then scattered the shards.
The book is scattered with Pantheism.
The fleet was scattered by the storm.
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Common mistakes of scattered pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners put stress on the second syllable, saying "s-cat-tered" [ˈskæt.ərd]. In both US and UK English, the primary stress is on the first syllable. Tip: Practice saying "scat" with emphasis before adding "tered."
- Overpronouncing the "t": Many people pronounce the "t" in "scattered" too strongly, making it sound like "scat-tered" [ˈskæt.ərd]. In fluent speech, the "t" is softer and blends with the surrounding sounds. Tip: Focus on a quick, light touch on the "t."
- Ignoring the schwa sound: Some speakers skip the schwa sound in "tered," which should sound like "ərd" [ˈskæt.ərd]. Omitting it can make the word sound unnatural. Tip: Practice saying "scat" followed by a relaxed "erd" to maintain flow.
- Confusing vowel sounds: Learners often mispronounce the "a" in "scattered" as "ah" instead of the correct "æ" sound [ˈskæt.ərd]. This can lead to misunderstandings. Tip: Open your mouth wider when saying "scat" to get the right vowel sound.
- Blending with adjacent words: When "scattered" is used in a sentence, some speakers blend it with the preceding word, creating a slurred effect. This can lead to unclear pronunciation. Tip: Pause slightly before "scattered" to ensure clarity.