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How to pronounce:
slowly
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈsləʊli
Examples:
He unwrap the box slowly and carefully.
Read this book slowly and carefully, as one would savour a jackfruit.
The egg is slowly putrescent.
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Common mistakes of slowly pronunciation
- Dropping the "s": Some learners might pronounce "slowly" as "lowly" /ˈloʊli/ (US) or /ˈləʊli/ (UK). This changes the meaning entirely. Tip: Always emphasize the initial "s" sound /s/ to maintain clarity.
- Misplacing stress: Incorrectly stressing the second syllable as in "slow-LY" /sloʊˈli/ (US) or /sləʊˈli/ (UK) can lead to confusion. Tip: Remember to stress the first syllable: "SLOW-ly" /ˈsloʊli/ (US) or /ˈsləʊli/ (UK).
- Overemphasizing the "o": Some may pronounce "slowly" with an exaggerated "o" sound, leading to "sloowly" /sloʊˈli/. This can sound unnatural. Tip: Keep the "o" short and clear, as in "slo" /sloʊ/ without extending it.
- Unclear "ly" ending: A common mistake is to pronounce the ending "ly" too softly or as "lee" /liː/. This can diminish the word's clarity. Tip: Pronounce "ly" clearly as /li/ but maintain a quick, connected sound to "slow" for fluidity.
- Skipping the "w": Some learners may pronounce "slowly" as "slo-ly" /ˈsloʊli/, omitting the "w" sound. This can lead to a misunderstanding. Tip: Ensure the "w" sound is present, smoothly connecting "slow" and "ly."