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How to pronounce:
unbelievable
Phonetic Transcription:
ˌʌnbɪˈliːvəbəl
Examples:
It is unbelievable tasteful succotash.
On the tour the success was unbelievable.
The commercials seem unbelievable.
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Common mistakes of unbelievable pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners place stress on the second syllable, saying "un-be-ˈlie-vable". This is incorrect. The primary stress is on the third syllable: "un-ˈbe-liev-able". Tip: Remember to emphasize "lie" when saying "unbelievable".
- Overemphasizing the "u": Many pronounce the initial "u" as "yoo", leading to "yoo-nbelievable". The correct pronunciation starts with a short "ʌ" sound, as in "cup". Tip: Focus on a quick "un" sound to avoid this mistake.
- Dropping the "v": Some speakers omit the "v" sound, saying "unbe-ˈlie-able". This changes the word significantly. The "v" is crucial and should be pronounced clearly. Tip: Practice saying "v" in other words to strengthen this sound.
- Confusing the "b" and "v": A common error is mixing up "b" and "v", resulting in "unbe-ˈlie-ble". The correct pronunciation includes a clear "v" sound. Tip: Isolate the "v" sound in practice to ensure clarity in "unbelievable".
- Lengthening the last syllable: Some learners stretch the final syllable, saying "unbeliev-a-ble". This is incorrect; it should be pronounced as "unbeliev-able". Tip: Keep the last syllable short and connected to the previous one for natural flow.