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How to pronounce:
traditional
Phonetic Transcription:
trəˈdɪʃənəl
Examples:
The old town has the traditional illumination.
He is primarily a portraitist and paints in a traditional style.
The two Columbia carousels are the traditional style of carousel.
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Common mistakes of traditional pronunciation
- Stress on the wrong syllable: Many learners stress the second syllable instead of the third, saying "tra-ˈdi-tion-al". Tip: Remember to emphasize the "di" in "traditional" as "trə-ˈdɪʃ-ən-əl".
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some might pronounce the "a" in "traditional" as "æ" instead of the schwa sound. Tip: Use the schwa /ə/ in the first syllable to achieve a more accurate pronunciation.
- Overemphasizing the "t": Learners often pronounce the "t" in "traditional" too strongly, leading to "tra-ˈtɪ-tion-al". Tip: Keep the "t" soft and blend it smoothly into the following vowel sound.
- Missing the schwa: Some speakers skip the schwa sound in "traditional", leading to "tradi-tion-al". Tip: Ensure you pronounce the unstressed syllables with a schwa /ə/ for clarity.
- Mispronouncing the "al": A common mistake is pronouncing the "al" as "æl" instead of "əl". Tip: Use the reduced vowel sound /əl/ at the end of "traditional" for correct pronunciation.