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successful
Phonetic Transcription:
səkˈsesfəl
Examples:
They have a talent for secretiveness and successful business ventures.
Despite the success of the singles, the album was not commercially successful.
It was a successful riddance.
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Common mistakes of successful pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many learners place stress incorrectly, saying "suc-CESS-ful" instead of "suc-CESS-ful" (ˈsəkˌsɛs.fəl). Tip: Remember that the second syllable carries the primary stress.
- Omitting the "c": Some pronounce "successful" as "suksessful," dropping the "c" sound. This can lead to confusion. Tip: Clearly articulate the "c" in "successful" to maintain clarity.
- Incorrect vowel sound: Learners sometimes mispronounce the first syllable as "suc" with a short "u" sound, saying "sucks-cessful." The correct pronunciation is "suc" with a schwa sound (ˈsək). Tip: Practice saying "suc" softly to achieve the correct sound.
- Adding extra syllables: Some might say "suc-cess-ful" with three syllables instead of the correct two. This can make the word sound awkward. Tip: Focus on blending the syllables smoothly into "suc-cess-ful" (ˈsəkˌsɛs.fəl).
- Confusing with similar words: Learners may mix up "successful" with "successfully," leading to mispronunciation. The latter has a different stress pattern. Tip: Practice each word separately to distinguish their sounds and stress patterns clearly.