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How to pronounce:
superfluous
Phonetic Transcription:
suːˈpɜːflʊəs
Examples:
The addition of the country name is superfluous.
It is as if the structure of the food is superfluous.
Most of the rest was superfluous.
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Common mistakes of superfluous pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many speakers incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "su-ˈper-flu-əs." The correct stress is on the first syllable: "ˈsuː.pə.flʊ.əs." Tip: Emphasize the "su" when pronouncing "superfluous."
- Vowel clarity: Some pronounce the second syllable as "flu" instead of "flu." This leads to confusion. The correct pronunciation is "ˈsuː.pə.flʊ.əs" in both US and UK English. Tip: Make sure the "flu" sounds like "flu" in "flute."
- Omitting syllables: A common mistake is dropping the final syllable, leading to "su-per-flu." The full pronunciation includes all syllables: "ˈsuː.pə.flʊ.əs." Tip: Practice saying each syllable clearly to avoid omitting any parts.
- Mispronouncing "ous": Some may say "superfluous" with a long "us," sounding like "us" in "bus." The correct sound is a short "əs": "ˈsuː.pə.flʊ.əs." Tip: Focus on the quick, soft ending to pronounce "ous" correctly.
- Confusing similar words: Speakers often confuse "superfluous" with "superfluity." The former has a different stress and syllable count. "Superfluous" is "ˈsuː.pə.flʊ.əs." Tip: Familiarize yourself with both words to avoid mix-ups in conversation.