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sedimentary
Phonetic Transcription:
ˌsedɪˈmentri
Examples:
Sedimentology includes the study of sedimentary processes and sedimentary rocks.
It is the youngest of the many layers of sedimentary rocks.
The deposits in the channels formed sedimentary rock.
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Common mistakes of sedimentary pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "sed-i-ˈmen-ta-ry". The correct stress is on the third syllable: "ˌsɛd.ɪˈmen.tər.i". Tip: Remember to emphasize "men" when pronouncing "sedimentary".
- Vowel sound confusion: Some may pronounce "sedimentary" with an incorrect vowel sound, like "ˌsɛd.ɪˈmɛn.tə.ri". The correct pronunciation includes a schwa sound in the last syllable: "ˌsɛd.ɪˈmen.tər.i". Tip: Focus on the softer "tər" ending.
- Omitting syllables: A common mistake is to say "sedimentary" as "ˈsɛd.ɪˌmen.tə.ri", dropping the first syllable. This alters the word and confuses listeners. Tip: Ensure you pronounce all syllables clearly: "ˌsɛd.ɪˈmen.tər.i".
- Mispronouncing "men": Some learners may say "men" like "men" in "men's clothing", leading to "ˌsɛd.ɪˈmɛn.tə.ri". The correct sound is more like "men" in "mention". Tip: Practice the "men" sound to keep it light and unstressed.
- Final "y" sound: A frequent error is to pronounce the final "y" as a long "ee" sound, saying "ˌsɛd.ɪˈmen.tə.ree". The correct pronunciation ends with a short "i" sound: "ˌsɛd.ɪˈmen.tər.i". Tip: Keep the final syllable short and crisp.