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How to pronounce:
unwanted
Phonetic Transcription:
ʌnˈwɒntɪd
Examples:
None of the added information is unwanted.
The unwanted part of the image is discarded.
But the benzaldehyde is the source for unwanted benzoic acid.
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Common mistakes of unwanted pronunciation
- Stress misplacement: Some learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "un-WAN-ted" instead of "UN-wan-ted". Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable, as indicated by the IPA /ˈʌnˌwɑːn.tɪd/ (US) and /ʌnˈwɒn.tɪd/ (UK).
- Vowel confusion: The "u" in "unwanted" can be mispronounced as a long vowel sound, leading to "un-wan-ted" rather than the correct short sound. Tip: Focus on the short "u" sound /ʌ/ to achieve accurate pronunciation.
- Final "t" sound omission: Some speakers may drop the final "t," pronouncing it as "unwaned." This can lead to misunderstandings. Tip: Always pronounce the final "t" clearly as /t/ to ensure clarity.
- Incorrect vowel sound in the second syllable: Some might say "un-wan-did" instead of "un-wan-ted." This changes the meaning. Tip: Pay attention to the "t" sound in the second syllable to maintain the word's integrity.
- Overemphasis on "un": Learners sometimes overemphasize the prefix, saying "UN-wan-ted." This can sound unnatural. Tip: Use a balanced stress pattern, focusing more on the first syllable while keeping "un" light, as shown in the IPA /ˈʌnˌwɑːn.tɪd/ (US) and /ʌnˈwɒn.tɪd/ (UK).