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settle
Definition:
(nou) a long wooden bench with a back
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈsetəl
Examples:
But why settle for the merely regrettable matter
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Common mistakes of settle pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners might stress the second syllable, saying "set-ˈtle". This is incorrect. The primary stress is on the first syllable: "ˈsɛt.əl". Tip: Focus on emphasizing the first syllable for correct pronunciation.
- Vowel confusion: Many may pronounce "settle" with a long "e" sound, saying "seet-əl". The correct pronunciation uses a short "e": "ˈsɛt.əl". Tip: Practice saying "set" to master the vowel sound before adding "tle".
- Overemphasizing the "t": Some might pronounce the "t" too harshly, sounding like "set-tle". The correct pronunciation is softer: "ˈsɛt.əl". Tip: Keep the "t" light and blend it smoothly into the following syllable.
- Dropping the schwa: Learners sometimes omit the schwa sound in "tle", saying "set-l". The correct pronunciation includes the schwa: "ˈsɛt.əl". Tip: Remember that unstressed syllables often contain a schwa, so practice saying "əl" softly.
- Confusing with "settled": Some may mistakenly pronounce "settle" as "ˈsɛt.əld". While similar, "settled" has an additional syllable. Tip: Distinguish between the two by practicing the shorter "settle" with just two syllables.