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How to pronounce:
unacceptable
Phonetic Transcription:
ˌʌnəkˈseptəbəl
Examples:
In the context of the BLP, that's unacceptable.
The vitriol was completely unacceptable.
Is the use of the name politically unacceptable
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Common mistakes of unacceptable pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "un-ˈacceptable". The correct stress is on the third syllable: "ˌʌn.əkˈsɛp.tə.bəl". Tip: Remember to emphasize "cep" for clarity.
- Vowel confusion: Some may pronounce "unacceptable" with a short "u" sound, like "ʌn". The correct pronunciation uses a schwa /ə/ in the second syllable: "ˌʌn.əkˈsɛp.tə.bəl". Tip: Practice saying the second syllable with a relaxed, neutral vowel sound.
- Final syllable mispronunciation: Learners often pronounce the last syllable as "bəl" instead of the correct "bəl". The accurate IPA is "ˌʌn.əkˈsɛp.tə.bəl". Tip: Focus on the "tə" sound to ensure you finish the word correctly.
- Overemphasis on "un": Some speakers stress the prefix "un" too heavily, making it sound unnatural. The correct pronunciation has a lighter stress: "ˌʌn.əkˈsɛp.tə.bəl". Tip: Keep "un" subtle to maintain the flow of the word.
- Dropping syllables: A common mistake is omitting the second syllable, saying "unacceptable" as "un-ˈceptable". The full pronunciation is "ˌʌn.əkˈsɛp.tə.bəl". Tip: Practice each syllable to ensure you pronounce the entire word clearly.