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secure
Phonetic Transcription:
sɪˈkjʊə
Examples:
Clamps secure the attachment to the housing.
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Common mistakes of secure pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "se-ˈcure" instead of the correct "ˈsecure". Tip: Remember the primary stress is on the first syllable.
- Pronouncing the "u": Some pronounce the "u" as in "put" instead of the correct "juː" as in "cute". This leads to saying "sɪˈkjʊr" instead of "sɪˈkjʊə". Tip: Focus on the "juː" sound for clarity.
- Overemphasizing the "c": Learners may overly stress the "c", saying "sə-ˈkjʊr" instead of "sə-ˈkjʊə". This can make the word sound unnatural. Tip: Keep the "c" soft and blend it smoothly.
- Ignoring the ending: Some drop the ending, pronouncing "secure" as "sɪˈkɪr". This omits the correct sound. Tip: Always include the final sound to maintain the word's integrity.
- Confusing with "securely": Some confuse "secure" with the adverb "securely", leading to incorrect pronunciation. Tip: Practice saying "secure" as "sɪˈkjʊə" to distinguish it from its related forms.