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tempt
Phonetic Transcription:
tempt
Examples:
The properties tempt local buyers.
Who are you supposed to tempt
Boxing Day sales tempt shoppers.
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Common mistakes of tempt pronunciation
- Dropping the "t": Some learners may pronounce "tempt" as /tɛm/ instead of /tɛmpt/, omitting the final "t" sound. Tip: Always pronounce the final "t" clearly to maintain the word's integrity.
- Misplacing stress: Incorrectly stressing the second syllable as in "tem-PT" can lead to confusion. The correct stress is on the first syllable: /ˈtɛmpt/. Tip: Emphasize the first syllable to sound natural.
- Confusing with "temp": Some might confuse "tempt" with "temp," pronouncing it as /tɛmp/. While "temp" has no final "t" sound, "tempt" does. Tip: Remember the "t" at the end when saying "tempt."
- Lengthening the vowel: A common mistake is to stretch the vowel sound, saying /ˈtɛmːpt/. This is incorrect; "tempt" should have a short vowel sound. Tip: Keep the vowel short and crisp for accuracy.
- Adding an extra vowel: Some may mistakenly say /tɛmptə/ by adding an extra vowel sound at the end. This is not correct. Tip: Stick to the clear "t" sound without adding extra vowels.