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september
Definition:
(nou) the month following August and preceding October
Phonetic Transcription:
sepˈtembə
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Common mistakes of september pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "sep-ˈTEM-ber" instead of the correct "ˈsep-tem-ber". Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable.
- Omitting the "p": Some may pronounce "september" as "se-ˈtem-ber", dropping the "p". Tip: Ensure you clearly articulate the "p" sound to avoid confusion.
- Incorrect vowel sound: A common mistake is pronouncing the first vowel as "eɪ" (as in "day"), resulting in "seɪ-ˈtem-ber". Tip: Use the short "e" sound, like in "bed", for the first syllable.
- Confusing with "december": People sometimes mix up "september" with "december", leading to mispronunciation. Tip: Remember that "september" has a "sep" sound, while "december" starts with "de".
- Blending syllables: Some learners might blend the syllables too much, saying "sep-tem-ber" as one quick word. Tip: Pronounce each syllable clearly: "sep" - "tem" - "ber".