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How to pronounce:
sincere
Phonetic Transcription:
sɪnˈsɪə
Examples:
It is a sincere depiction of the Divine.
The vocals are warm and sincere.
As for the suggestion that the link was a sincere one.
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Common mistakes of sincere pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners place stress on the second syllable, saying "sin-ˈsere". The correct pronunciation is "sɪnˈsɪr" in US English and "sɪnˈsɪə" in UK English. Tip: Remember to stress the last syllable.
- Vowel confusion: A common mistake is pronouncing the first vowel incorrectly, saying "sən-ˈsere". The first vowel should be a short "i" sound, as in "sincere". Tip: Practice saying "sin" as in "sin" to get the correct sound.
- Dropping the final sound: Some speakers may drop the final "r" sound in "sincere", pronouncing it as "sɪnˈsɪ". This makes it sound incomplete. Tip: Always articulate the final "r" clearly to maintain the word's integrity.
- Overemphasizing the "s": Learners may exaggerate the "s" sound at the beginning, saying "sssincere". This is not how "sincere" is pronounced. Tip: Keep the initial "s" sound soft and smooth, as in "sin".
- Incorrect vowel length: Some may pronounce "sincere" with a long "e" sound, saying "sɪn-ˈsear". The correct pronunciation has a short "i" and a schwa sound in the second syllable. Tip: Focus on keeping the "e" sound short and quick.