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terrifying
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈterɪfaɪɪŋ
Examples:
It would be terrifying to behead the slaves.
The autopsy leads to terrifying revelations.
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Common mistakes of terrifying pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "te-ˈrri-fying". The correct stress is on the first syllable: "ˈter-ə-fī-ing". Tip: Remember to emphasize the first part of "terrifying".
- Vowel sound confusion: Some may mispronounce the "e" in "terrifying" as a long "e" sound, saying "tee-rrifying". The correct pronunciation features a short "e" sound: "ˈter". Tip: Focus on a relaxed, short vowel sound for "e".
- Final "g" sound: A common mistake is to pronounce the "g" at the end of "terrifying" too softly or omit it, resulting in "terrifyin". The correct pronunciation clearly articulates the "g": "ˈter-ə-fī-ɪŋ". Tip: Make sure to pronounce the "g" firmly.
- Overemphasis on "r": Some speakers may overemphasize the "r" in "terrifying", leading to an exaggerated sound. The correct pronunciation has a more subtle "r": "ˈter-ə-fī-ing". Tip: Keep the "r" sound smooth and not too strong.
- Syllable reduction: Learners might reduce the middle syllable, saying "terr-fying". The full pronunciation includes all syllables: "ˈter-ə-fī-ing". Tip: Practice saying each syllable clearly to avoid reduction.