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unavailable
Phonetic Transcription:
ˌʌnəˈveɪləbəl
Examples:
The book is unavailable in english.
The video is perpetually unavailable.
At the moment, the source given is unavailable.
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Common mistakes of unavailable pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, pronouncing it as "un-a-ˈvail-a-ble". Tip: Remember to stress the third syllable: "ˌʌnəˈveɪləbəl".
- Vowel sounds: Some pronounce the first syllable as "ʌn" instead of "ʌnə". This leads to "ˈʌnəveɪləbəl". Tip: Focus on the schwa sound "ə" in the first syllable to sound more natural.
- Syllable count: A common mistake is treating "unavailable" as a three-syllable word, saying "ˌʌnəˈvail-ə-bəl". Tip: Count the syllables correctly: "ˌʌnəˈveɪləbəl" has five syllables.
- Final consonant: Some speakers omit the final "b" sound, saying "ˌʌnəˈveɪlə". Tip: Ensure you pronounce the "b" clearly to maintain the integrity of "unavailable".
- Linking sounds: Learners may pause awkwardly between syllables, saying "ˌʌnə ˈveɪləbəl". Tip: Practice linking the syllables smoothly for a more fluent pronunciation: "ˌʌnəˈveɪləbəl".