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How to pronounce:
urinate
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈjʊərɪneɪt
Examples:
The child went to the bathroom to urinate.
You may go to the bathroom and urinate.
Signs include blood in the urine and straining to urinate and defecate.
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Common mistakes of urinate pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners stress the second syllable, saying "urinate" as /ˌjʊərɪˈneɪt/. The correct stress is on the third syllable in both US and UK pronunciations: /ˈjʊərɪneɪt/. Tip: Emphasize the first syllable to sound more natural.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: The initial vowel sound is often mispronounced as "yoo" instead of "yu". In US English, it should be /ˈjʊərɪneɪt/, with the "u" pronounced as "ʊ". Tip: Practice saying "you" and "urinate" to master the sound.
- Overemphasizing the "n": Some speakers might pronounce "urinate" with a heavy "n" sound, making it sound awkward. The "n" should be clear but not overly pronounced: /ˈjʊərɪneɪt/. Tip: Focus on a smooth transition from "i" to "n".
- Skipping the final "t": When saying "urinate," some might drop the final "t," making it sound like "urina." The final "t" is important for clarity: /ˈjʊərɪneɪt/. Tip: Make sure to articulate the "t" clearly at the end.
- Mispronouncing the "r": Non-native speakers sometimes struggle with the "r" sound in "urinate." It's essential to pronounce it correctly: /ˈjʊərɪneɪt/. Tip: Practice with words like "red" and "right" to improve your "r" pronunciation.