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How to pronounce:
traveler
Definition:
(nou) a person who changes location
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈtrævələ
Examples:
She was the traveler from Korea.
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Common mistakes of traveler pronunciation
- Stressing the wrong syllable: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "tra-VE-ler" instead of the correct "TRA-ve-ler" /ˈtræv.əl.ər/ (US) /ˈtræv.ə.lə/ (UK). Tip: Always emphasize the first syllable.
- Mispronouncing the "v": Some pronounce "traveler" with a "b" sound, saying "tra-ber-ler." This is incorrect. The "v" should be pronounced clearly as /v/. Tip: Practice saying "v" by placing your top teeth on your bottom lip.
- Omitting the second syllable: A common mistake is to say "travler," dropping the second syllable altogether. The correct pronunciation includes all syllables: /ˈtræv.əl.ər/ (US) /ˈtræv.ə.lə/ (UK). Tip: Slow down your speech to ensure you pronounce each syllable.
- Confusing with "travelling": Some learners confuse "traveler" with "travelling," leading to mispronunciation. "Traveler" has three syllables, while "travelling" has four. Tip: Break down the words into syllables to distinguish them clearly.
- Incorrect vowel sound: Some may pronounce "traveler" with an "ah" sound, saying "trah-veler." The correct vowel sound is /æ/ as in "cat." Tip: Practice with words that contain the same vowel sound to improve accuracy.