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How to pronounce:
tempting
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈtemptɪŋ
Examples:
The offer is very tempting.
Curiously, it isn't tempting in the slightest.
It's tempting to divide the mortality by the incidence.
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Common mistakes of tempting pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners may stress the second syllable, saying "tem-ˈpting" instead of the correct "ˈtempt-ing". Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable.
- Overemphasizing the "t": Pronouncing "tempting" with an exaggerated "t" sound can lead to a harsh pronunciation, like "tem-ˈpting". Tip: Keep the "t" soft and quick, focusing on the flow of the word.
- Omitting the "p" sound: Some may say "tem-ting" without the "p" sound, which alters the pronunciation. Tip: Ensure the "p" is clear; it connects the two syllables, making it "ˈtempt-ing".
- Incorrect vowel sound: A common mistake is to pronounce the "e" as a long vowel, saying "teemp-ting". Tip: Use a short vowel sound, as in "ɛ", to correctly pronounce the first syllable.
- Mixing up vowel length: Learners might confuse the length of the "i" in "tempting", saying "tempt-ing". Tip: Remember that the "i" is short and quick, pronounced as "ɪ", in "ˈtempt-ing".