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tactic
Definition:
(nou) a plan for attaining a particular goal
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈtæktɪk
Examples:
That's the purpose of the tactic.
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Common mistakes of tactic pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "ta-ˈtict" instead of the correct "ˈtæktɪk". Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable "tac".
- Vowel sound confusion: Some pronounce "tactic" with an incorrect vowel sound, saying "tæktɪk" instead of "tæktɪk". Tip: Focus on the short "a" sound like in "cat" to get it right.
- Final consonant clarity: A common mistake is to soften the final "k" sound, pronouncing it as "tactik". Tip: Ensure you pronounce the "k" clearly, as in "kite", to maintain the correct pronunciation.
- Overemphasizing the second syllable: Learners sometimes say "tac-ˈtic", giving too much emphasis to the second syllable. Tip: Keep the second syllable lighter; the first syllable should carry the stress.
- Mispronouncing the "c": Some may confuse the "c" in "tactic" with a "s" sound, saying "tastik". Tip: Make sure the "c" is pronounced as a hard "k" sound to avoid this error.