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How to pronounce:
semi
Definition:
(nou) one of the two competitions in the next to the last round of an elimination tournament (nou) a truck consisting of a tractor and trailer together (nou) a trailer having wheels only in the rear; the front is supported by the towing vehicle
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈsemi
Examples:
I live in a semi attached house.
In addition to this semi, he also has another house in the rural area.
How much is a semi in California
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Common mistakes of semi pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "se-MI" instead of "SEM-i". Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable, as shown in IPA: /ˈsɛ.mi/ (US) and /ˈsɛm.i/ (UK).
- Pronouncing the vowel incorrectly: "Semi" can be mispronounced with a long "e" sound, like "see". Tip: Focus on the short "e" sound /ɛ/ in "semi" to ensure clarity.
- Overemphasizing the second syllable: Some may pronounce "semi" with equal emphasis on both syllables, leading to "sem-i". Tip: Keep the first syllable stressed and the second syllable lighter for natural pronunciation.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners might confuse "semi" with "same" or "semi" with "semi-final". Tip: Pay attention to the distinct vowel sounds and syllable stress to differentiate them correctly.
- Ignoring the "i" sound: Some may pronounce "semi" as "sem" without the final "i". Tip: Always pronounce the "i" as a short sound /ɪ/ to complete the word correctly.