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sophisticated
Phonetic Transcription:
səˈfɪstɪkeɪtɪd
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Common mistakes of sophisticated pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "so-FIS-ti-cated" instead of the correct "so-FIS-ti-cated" (ˌsəʊˈfɪs.tɪ.keɪ.tɪd in UK, ˌsoʊˈfɪs.tɪ.keɪ.tɪd in US). Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the third syllable.
- Overemphasizing vowels: Some may pronounce "sophisticated" with overly pronounced vowels, making it sound unnatural. The correct pronunciation uses a schwa sound in unstressed syllables, like "sə" in the first syllable. Tip: Practice reducing vowel sounds in unstressed syllables.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Learners often mispronounce "o" and "i" in "sophisticated" as "ah" and "ee." The correct sounds are more like "əʊ" and "ɪ." Tip: Listen to native speakers to familiarize yourself with the correct vowel sounds.
- Ignoring the final syllable: Some people may drop the final syllable and say "sophisticated" as "sophisticat." This is incorrect as the final "ted" is essential. Tip: Always pronounce the final syllable clearly to maintain the integrity of the word.
- Adding extra syllables: Occasionally, learners might add an extra syllable, saying "so-phist-i-ca-ted." The correct pronunciation has only five syllables. Tip: Break the word down into its syllables and practice saying them smoothly together.