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submissive
Phonetic Transcription:
səbˈmɪsɪv
Examples:
Conformists are submissive.
He is the most submissive of the pair.
He was submissive to the poppy's conditions.
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Common mistakes of submissive pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "sub-ˈMISS-iv". The correct stress is on the third syllable: "səb-ˈMɪS-ɪv". Tip: Focus on emphasizing "MɪS" when pronouncing "submissive".
- Vowel confusion: Some people pronounce the first syllable as "sub" with a long "u" sound, like "sūb". In both US and UK English, it should be "səb". Tip: Practice saying "sub" quickly to achieve the correct short vowel sound.
- Final syllable mispronunciation: The last syllable is sometimes pronounced as "iv" with a clear "v" sound, leading to "submiss-iv". The correct pronunciation is "ɪv". Tip: Remember to keep the final syllable soft, focusing on "ɪv".
- Overemphasis on consonants: Learners may overly stress the "s" sounds, saying "sub-ˈMISS-iv" with an exaggerated "s". The correct pronunciation has a balanced flow. Tip: Practice saying "submissive" smoothly to avoid overemphasizing any consonants.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some may mispronounce "submissive" with an "a" sound in the second syllable, as in "sub-ˈMAS-iv". The correct vowel is "ɪ", making it "səb-ˈMɪS-ɪv". Tip: Listen to native speakers to catch the subtle differences in vowel sounds.