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travelled
Definition:
(nou) the act of going from one place to another (nou) a movement through space that changes the location of something (nou) self-propelled movement
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈtrævəl
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Common mistakes of travelled pronunciation
- Stress placement: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "tra-ˈvelled". The correct pronunciation is "ˈtræv.əld" in both US and UK English. Tip: Focus on the first syllable to ensure proper stress.
- Vowel sound confusion: The vowel in the first syllable is often mispronounced as "a" instead of "æ". This leads to saying "trə-velled". The correct sound is "æ" as in "cat". Tip: Practice saying "trap" to get the right vowel sound.
- Silent "l": Some speakers may omit the "l" sound, pronouncing it as "traveld". The correct pronunciation includes the "l", making it "ˈtræv.əld". Tip: Emphasize the "l" by exaggerating it when practicing.
- Incorrect syllable division: Learners sometimes treat "travelled" as a three-syllable word, saying "tra-vel-led". The correct division is two syllables: "ˈtræv.əld". Tip: Break the word into two parts and practice saying each clearly.
- Overemphasis on the second syllable: Some may pronounce it as "trə-ˈvelled", placing too much emphasis on the second syllable. The correct stress is on the first syllable, "ˈtræv.əld". Tip: Use a metronome to keep your rhythm focused on the first syllable.