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strategic
Phonetic Transcription:
strəˈtiːdʒɪk
Examples:
The strategic importance of the scheme is twofold.
The road adds to the strategic importance of the area.
The Board of Directors manages fiduciary and strategic affairs.
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Common mistakes of strategic pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners place stress on the second syllable, pronouncing it as /strəˈtiː.dʒɪk/. However, the correct stress is on the third syllable in both US and UK English: /strəˈtiː.dʒɪk/. Tip: Focus on stressing the "te" part.
- Overemphasizing the "g": A common error is pronouncing the "g" too strongly, leading to /strəˈtɪdʒ.ɪk/. The "g" should be softer, almost blending into the "i" sound. Tip: Practice saying "strategic" slowly to soften the "g".
- Ignoring the schwa sound: Some may pronounce the first syllable too clearly, as /stra/. The correct pronunciation includes a schwa: /strə/. Tip: Remember that the "a" in the first syllable is a relaxed sound, almost like "uh".
- Mispronouncing the final "ic": Learners sometimes pronounce the ending as /ɪk/, resulting in /strəˈtiː.dʒɪk/. The correct pronunciation is /ɪk/, as in /strəˈtiː.dʒɪk/. Tip: Ensure the final "ic" is pronounced lightly and quickly.
- Skipping the "a": Some may omit the first syllable entirely, saying /ˈtiː.dʒɪk/. This leads to confusion with other words. The full pronunciation is /strəˈtiː.dʒɪk/. Tip: Always include the first syllable to maintain clarity.