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transparent
Phonetic Transcription:
trænsˈpærənt
Examples:
The decompression is transparent and on the fly.
It is transparent and has an earthy luster.
It's a transparent denigration of the dignity of the office.
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Common mistakes of transparent pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners place the stress on the second syllable, pronouncing it as /trænsˈpær.ənt/ instead of the correct /trænˈspɛr.ənt/. Tip: Remember the primary stress is on the third syllable.
- Overemphasizing the "t": Many people pronounce the "t" in "transparent" too sharply, making it sound like /trænˈspɛr.ənt/ instead of the softer /trænˈspɛr.ənt/. Tip: Keep the "t" light and quick to maintain natural flow.
- Neglecting the vowel sounds: Some may simplify "transparent" to /trænsˈpær.ənt/, ignoring the subtle vowel sounds. This can lead to confusion. Tip: Focus on the "ɛ" sound in the second syllable to distinguish it clearly.
- Skipping the "r" sound: In fast speech, some learners omit the "r" in "transparent," leading to /trænˈspænt/. This can change the meaning. Tip: Make sure to pronounce the "r" clearly to avoid this mistake.
- Incorrectly pronouncing the final syllable: Some might say /trænˈspɛr.ɪnt/ instead of /trænˈspɛr.ənt/. This can sound unnatural. Tip: Practice the schwa sound in the final syllable to achieve the correct pronunciation.