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How to pronounce:
unsuccessful
Phonetic Transcription:
ˌʌnsəkˈsesfəl
Examples:
The plan was singularly unsuccessful.
The subjugation of the tribe was unsuccessful.
The intention generally accompanies the unsuccessful.
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Common mistakes of unsuccessful pronunciation
- Stress misplacement: Some learners stress the wrong syllable, saying "un-successful" instead of "un-success-ful" (ˌʌn.səkˈsɛs.fəl). Tip: Focus on placing primary stress on the third syllable.
- Vowel confusion: The "u" in "unsuccessful" can be mispronounced. Some say "unsuccessful" with a long "u" sound. Tip: Use the short "ʌ" sound as in "cup" (ˌʌn.səkˈsɛs.fəl).
- Missing syllable: Some may pronounce "unsuccessful" as if it has only three syllables, saying "unsuccessful" instead of its correct four. Tip: Break it down into four clear syllables: "un-suc-cess-ful."
- Overemphasis on "s": Learners sometimes overly stress the "s" sounds, making them sound harsh. Tip: Keep the "s" sounds soft and balanced within the flow of the word.
- Incorrect final sound: Some may end with a "t" sound, saying "unsuccessfult" instead of the correct "unsuccessful." Tip: Remember that the final sound is a soft "l" (ˌʌn.səkˈsɛs.fəl).