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truculent

Phonetic Transcription:

ˈtrʌkjʊlənt

Examples:

They can be so truculent.

Adolescent teen boys are truculent.

Even the truculent Taiaroa obeyed.

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Related Words:

cruel

savage

aggressive

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Common mistakes of truculent pronunciation

Misplacing stress: Some learners stress the wrong syllable, saying "tru-CU-lent" instead of "TRU-culent." Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable, /ˈtrʌk.jə.lənt/ (US) and /ˈtrʌk.jʊ.lənt/ (UK).
Incorrect vowel sounds: Many pronounce the first vowel as "u" in "truculent" like "oo," resulting in "troo-culent." Tip: The correct vowel sound is a short "u," as in "cup," /ˈtrʌk.jə.lənt/.
Skipping syllables: Some might say "truc-lent," omitting the middle syllable. Tip: Ensure you pronounce all three syllables clearly: /ˈtrʌk.jə.lənt/ (US) and /ˈtrʌk.jʊ.lənt/ (UK).
Overemphasizing the "c": Learners may overly stress the "c" in "truculent," leading to "truc-CUL-ent." Tip: Focus on a balanced pronunciation, keeping the "c" soft, as in /ˈtrʌk.jə.lənt/.
Mispronouncing the "l": Some might pronounce the "l" in "truculent" too harshly. Tip: Use a light touch on the "l" sound, ensuring it flows smoothly, as in /ˈtrʌk.jə.lənt/.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "truculent"?

The word "truculent" is pronounced as /ˈtrʌk.jə.lənt/ in both American and British English. The stress is on the first syllable, "truc," which sounds like "truck."

What are the syllables in "truculent"?

"Truculent" has three syllables: "truc," "u," and "lent." You can break it down as /ˈtrʌk.jə.lənt/, with the first syllable being stressed.

Is there a schwa sound in "truculent"?

Yes, there is a schwa sound in "truculent," specifically in the second syllable, which is pronounced as "yə." This is a common feature in English where unstressed syllables often use the schwa sound.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "truculent"?

One common mistake is misplacing the stress, pronouncing it as /trəˈkju.lənt/ instead of /ˈtrʌk.jə.lənt/. Remember to keep the stress on the first syllable to pronounce it correctly.