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simultaneously
Phonetic Transcription:
ˌsɪmlˈteɪnɪəsli
Examples:
Maybe the accidental and the deliberate events occur simultaneously.
The Battle of Busan and the Battle of Dadaejin occurred almost simultaneously.
It was simultaneously clever and sensuous.
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Common mistakes of simultaneously pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly stress the wrong syllable in "simultaneously". The correct primary stress is on the third syllable: /ˌsɪm.əlˈteɪ.ni.əs.li/ (US) and /ˌsɪm.əlˈteɪ.ni.əs.li/ (UK). Tip: Focus on emphasizing "teɪ" to sound natural.
- Vowel confusion: Some may mispronounce the "a" in "simultaneously" as /æ/ instead of /eɪ/. This leads to an unnatural sound. Tip: Practice saying "tay" to reinforce the correct vowel sound.
- Syllable omission: A common mistake is to drop the second syllable, saying "simultaneous" instead of "simultaneously". This alters the meaning and clarity. Tip: Break the word into syllables: "sim-ul-ta-ne-ous-ly" to avoid omissions.
- Ending sound: Learners often pronounce the final "ly" as /li/ instead of /li/ with a clear "l" sound. This can make the word sound incomplete. Tip: Ensure you articulate the "l" and "li" distinctly at the end.
- Rapid speech issues: In fast speech, "simultaneously" may become slurred or unclear. This can confuse listeners. Tip: Slow down your pronunciation when practicing to maintain clarity and accuracy.