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spatial

Phonetic Transcription:

ˈspeɪʃəl

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The room is huge and spatial.

Spatial epidemiology is the study of the spatial distribution of disease.

The components are called the spatial coordinates.

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Common mistakes of spatial pronunciation

  1. Misplacing stress: Some learners stress the second syllable, saying "spa-TIAL" /spəˈteɪ.əl/ instead of the correct first syllable stress "SPA-tial" /ˈspeɪ.ʃəl/. Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable.
  2. Incorrect vowel sound: A common mistake is pronouncing the "a" in "spatial" as /æ/ instead of /eɪ/. This leads to a mispronunciation like "spæ-tial". Tip: Focus on the long "a" sound /eɪ/ to sound more accurate.
  3. Omitting the "t": Some learners might drop the "t" sound, pronouncing it as "spatial" /ˈspeɪ.ʃəl/ instead of "spatial" /ˈspeɪ.ʃəl/. Tip: Ensure you clearly articulate the "t" to maintain the word's integrity.
  4. Mixing up syllables: A few might say "spa-sial" /ˈspæ.ʃəl/, reversing the syllables. This can confuse listeners. Tip: Practice saying "spatial" with the correct syllable order to reinforce proper pronunciation.
  5. Overemphasizing the "s": Some may overly stress the "s" sound, leading to "sspatial" /sˈpeɪ.ʃəl/. This can sound unnatural. Tip: Keep the "s" soft and blend it smoothly into the following consonant.

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How do you pronounce "spatial" correctly?

The word "spatial" is pronounced as /ˈspeɪʃəl/ in both American and British English. The primary stress is on the first syllable, "spa," which sounds like "spay," followed by a softer "shuhl."

What is the syllable breakdown for "spatial"?

"Spatial" has two syllables: "spa" and "tial." You can hear it as "spay-shuhl," with the first syllable being stressed.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "spatial"?

Many learners mistakenly place stress on the second syllable, saying "spatial" as /speɪˈʃəl/. Remember to emphasize the first syllable instead for correct pronunciation.

Is there a difference in pronunciation of "spatial" in American and British English?

No, there is no significant difference in the pronunciation of "spatial" between American and British English; both use /ˈspeɪʃəl/. The stress pattern remains the same in both variants.
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