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topographical
Phonetic Transcription:
ˌtɒpəˈɡræfɪkəl
Examples:
Beneath the writings and drawings was a topographical map.
In 1895, the topographical surveys for the 'Siegfried Map' are finished.
The hamlet is no longer named on the newest topographical map of the area.
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Common mistakes of topographical pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "to-ˌpɒ-ɡrə-fɪ-kəl" instead of the correct "ˌtɒp.əˈɡræf.ɪ.kəl". Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the fourth syllable.
- Skipping syllables: Some may pronounce "topographical" as "top-ˈɡræf-ɪ-kəl", omitting the first syllable. Tip: Ensure you pronounce all syllables clearly: "to-ˌpɒ-ɡrə-fɪ-kəl".
- Incorrect vowel sounds: The "o" in the first syllable is often mispronounced as "oʊ" instead of the correct "ɒ". Tip: Use the short "o" sound as in "lot" for clarity.
- Blending syllables: People sometimes blend "ɡrə" and "fɪ" into one syllable, saying "to-ˌpɒ-ɡrə-fɪ-kəl". Tip: Pronounce each syllable distinctly to maintain clarity.
- Mispronouncing the "ph": Some might say "f" instead of "p" in "topographical", resulting in "tof-ɡræf-ɪ-kəl". Tip: Remember that "ph" is pronounced as "f" in English, but in this case, focus on the "topo-" sound.