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ultimately

Phonetic Transcription:

ˈʌltɪmətli

Examples:

The adventure was ultimately unfruitful.

He is, ultimately, an insecure wastrel.

That's arguable, and ultimately responsible of the institutions.

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Common mistakes of ultimately pronunciation

Stress placement: Many learners stress the wrong syllable in "ultimately". The correct stress is on the first syllable: /ˈʌl.tɪ.mət.li/ in US and UK. Tip: Practice saying "UL-ti-mate" to remember the stress.
Vowel confusion: Some may mispronounce the "u" in "ultimately" as /juː/ instead of /ʌ/. This can lead to confusion. Tip: Focus on the "ʌ" sound, similar to "cup", to ensure clarity.
Missing syllables: It's common to drop the second syllable, saying "ultimatley". This results in a three-syllable pronunciation instead of the correct four: /ˈʌl.tɪ.mət.li/. Tip: Break it down into parts: "UL-ti-mate-ly".
Ending sound: Learners might pronounce the ending "-ly" too softly or as /li/ instead of /li/. This can alter the word's flow. Tip: Emphasize the "li" sound clearly to maintain the rhythm of "ultimately".
Consonant blending: Some may blend the "t" and "m" sounds, making it sound like "ultimely". This is incorrect. Tip: Practice separating the sounds: "UL-ti-MAT-ly" to avoid blending.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "ultimately" in American English?

In American English, "ultimately" is pronounced as /ˈʌltəˌmɛtli/. The primary stress is on the first syllable "ul," and the second syllable has a schwa sound, making it sound like "uhl-tuh-met-lee."

Is there a difference in the pronunciation of "ultimately" between American and British English?

The pronunciation of "ultimately" is quite similar in both American and British English, with the IPA for British English being /ˈʌltɪmətli/. The main difference lies in the vowel sound in the second syllable, where British English uses a short "i" sound instead of the schwa used in American English.

How many syllables are in the word "ultimately"?

The word "ultimately" has four syllables: "ul-ti-mate-ly." When pronounced, it flows smoothly, with the stress on the first syllable, making it sound like "UL-tuh-mit-lee."

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "ultimately"?

One common mistake is misplacing the stress, often placing it on the second syllable instead of the first. It's important to remember that the correct pronunciation emphasizes the first syllable, "ul," to sound natural and clear.