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unstable
Phonetic Transcription:
ʌnˈsteɪbəl
Examples:
Is it because of the unstable nature of radium
The backbone of the polymer is hydrolytically unstable.
The other option is that the gravitino is unstable.
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Common mistakes of unstable pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "un-ˈstable". This is wrong; the primary stress is on the first syllable: "ˈʌnˌsteɪ.bəl". Tip: Always emphasize the first syllable when pronouncing "unstable".
- Incorrect vowel sound: Some pronounce "unstable" with a short vowel sound in the first syllable, saying "ʌn". However, the correct sound is more open, like "ʌ". Tip: Practice saying "un" as in "fun" to get the right vowel sound.
- Overemphasizing the second syllable: Learners might overly stress the second syllable, leading to "un-ˈSTEY-bəl". The correct pronunciation is "ˈʌnˌsteɪ.bəl", with a lighter touch on the second syllable. Tip: Keep the second syllable softer and less emphasized.
- Confusing vowel length: Some may pronounce the second syllable as "steib" instead of "steɪ". The correct sound is a long vowel "eɪ". Tip: Think of the word "stay" to help with the correct vowel length in "unstable".
- Omitting the schwa: In rapid speech, some may skip the schwa sound in the second syllable, resulting in "unstabl". The correct pronunciation includes it as "bəl". Tip: Practice saying the full word slowly to ensure you include every sound in "unstable".