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How to pronounce:
stretched
Phonetic Transcription:
stretʃt
Examples:
He stretched the hair band.
The boy stretched his arms.
The fabric is slightly stretched by the strut.
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Common mistakes of stretched pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners may pronounce "stretched" with a short "e" sound, like in "bed," resulting in /strɛtʃt/. Tip: Focus on the correct vowel sound /ɛ/ as in "met" for clarity.
- Ignoring the "t" sound: A common mistake is dropping the "t" sound at the end, leading to /strɛtʃ/. Tip: Emphasize the "t" by ensuring your tongue touches the roof of your mouth to produce the sound clearly.
- Overemphasizing the "ch": Some may pronounce "stretched" with an exaggerated "ch" sound, sounding like /strɛtʃtʃ/. Tip: Keep the "ch" soft and blend it smoothly with the preceding "t" to maintain the correct pronunciation.
- Confusing with "stretched" and "stretches": Learners might mix these two words, pronouncing "stretched" as /ˈstrɛtʃɪz/. Tip: Remember that "stretched" has a past tense ending, so focus on the /t/ sound at the end for distinction.
- Incorrect stress placement: Some may incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying /strɛtʃt/. Tip: The stress is on the first syllable, /ˈstrɛtʃt/, so practice saying it with emphasis on the "str" sound for proper intonation.