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How to pronounce:
sonic
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈsɒnɪk
Examples:
Jo hears the sound of the sonic device, and realises it is the Ogrons.
The sonic booms, from breaking the sound barrier, alone would wreak havoc.
The audio is a turgid sonic sludge.
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Common mistakes of sonic pronunciation
- Stress placement: Some learners may incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "so-NIC" instead of "SON-ic". Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable, marked as ˈsɒnɪk in UK and ˈsɑnɪk in US.
- Vowel sound confusion: The vowel in the first syllable may be mispronounced, leading to "sawn-ic" instead of "sonic". Tip: Focus on the short "o" sound as in "hot", represented by the IPA symbol /ɒ/ in UK and /ɑ/ in US.
- Final consonant clarity: Some speakers may drop the "c" sound at the end, saying "soni" instead of "sonic". Tip: Ensure you pronounce the hard "c" clearly, as in /k/, to maintain the integrity of the word.
- Incorrect vowel length: Mispronouncing the second syllable as "son-eek" instead of "son-ic" is common. Tip: The second syllable should have a short "i" sound, represented by /ɪ/, not a long vowel sound.
- Overemphasis on syllables: Some may pronounce it as "son-ick" with an exaggerated "k" sound. Tip: Keep the "c" soft and quick, ensuring it blends smoothly with the "i" sound in "sonic".