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strenuously
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈstrenjʊəs
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Common mistakes of strenuously pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many people incorrectly place stress on the second syllable, saying "stren-U-ously." The correct stress is on the first syllable: /ˈstrɛn.ju.əs.li/ (US) and /ˈstrɛn.ju.əs.li/ (UK). Tip: Focus on emphasizing the "stren" sound.
- Mispronouncing the vowel sounds: Some learners may pronounce the "e" in "strenuously" as "ay" instead of the short "e" sound. The correct pronunciation is /ˈstrɛn.ju.əs.li/. Tip: Practice the short "e" by saying "pen" to get familiar with the sound.
- Overemphasizing the "u": It's common to overemphasize the "u" in "strenuously," leading to a pronunciation like "stren-YOU-ously." The correct way is /ˈstrɛn.ju.əs.li/. Tip: Keep the "u" sound subtle and blend it smoothly with the preceding sounds.
- Skipping the "ly" ending: Some speakers may drop the "ly" ending, saying "strenuous" instead of "strenuously." This changes the meaning and completeness of the word. The full pronunciation is /ˈstrɛn.ju.əs.li/. Tip: Always articulate the "ly" to ensure clarity.
- Incorrect syllable division: Learners might divide the word incorrectly, saying "stren-u-ously." The correct division is into four syllables: /ˈstrɛn.ju.əs.li/. Tip: Break it down into "stren" + "u" + "ous" + "ly" to practice each part clearly.