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subsequent
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈsʌbsɪkwənt
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Common mistakes of subsequent pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners stress the first syllable instead of the second. The correct stress is on the first syllable: /ˈsʌb.sɪ.kwənt/ (US) and /ˈsʌb.sɪ.kwənt/ (UK). Tip: Practice saying "SUB-se-quent" to emphasize the correct stress.
- Vowel confusion: Some may pronounce "subsequent" with an incorrect vowel sound in the second syllable, saying /ˈsʌb.sɪ.kwɛnt/. The correct pronunciation has a schwa sound: /ˈsʌb.sɪ.kwənt/. Tip: Focus on the "kwə" sound to ensure clarity.
- Dropping the "t": A common error is omitting the "t" sound at the end, pronouncing it as /ˈsʌb.sɪ.kwən/. The "t" is important for proper articulation: /ˈsʌb.sɪ.kwənt/. Tip: Practice with "subsequent" and exaggerate the "t" at the end.
- Overemphasis on syllables: Some learners may overemphasize the syllables, making it sound choppy. The word should flow smoothly: /ˈsʌb.sɪ.kwənt/. Tip: Try saying it in a sentence to help with fluidity.
- Mispronouncing "sub": Some people may pronounce "sub" as /sʌb/, but they might mistakenly say it as /sʊb/. The correct pronunciation is /sʌb/. Tip: Remember that "sub" rhymes with "cub" to maintain the right vowel sound.