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talented
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈtæləntɪd
Examples:
He is talented at puissance.
She is versatile and talented.
He is the most trustworthy and talented.
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Common mistakes of talented pronunciation
- Incorrect vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "talented" with a short "a" sound as in "cat" instead of the correct "æ" as in "bat" (US: /ˈtæl.ən.tɪd/, UK: /ˈtæl.ən.tɪd/). Tip: Focus on producing the "æ" sound by opening your mouth wider.
- Missing syllable stress: Many people place stress on the second syllable, saying "ta-LEN-ted." The primary stress should be on the first syllable: "TAL-en-ted." Tip: Emphasize the first syllable when practicing to correct your pronunciation.
- Overemphasizing the "t": Some speakers pronounce the "t" in "talented" too harshly, making it sound like "tal-EN-ted." This can lead to a clipped sound. Tip: Soften the "t" slightly to maintain a smooth flow between syllables.
- Skipping the second syllable: A common mistake is to say "talent" instead of "talented," dropping the "-ed" ending. This alters the meaning entirely. Tip: Always remember to articulate the "-ed" ending clearly to convey the correct word.
- Mispronouncing the final "ed": Some learners pronounce the "ed" as /d/ instead of the correct /ɪd/ sound in "talented." This can confuse listeners. Tip: Practice saying the full ending "-ed" as /ɪd/ to ensure clarity.