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How to pronounce:
vigilant
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈvɪdʒɪlənt
Examples:
Let's remain vigilant to watch the page.
But the only solution is to be vigilant.
It is important to be wakeful and vigilant.
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Common mistakes of vigilant pronunciation
- Stress on the wrong syllable: Some learners stress the second syllable, saying "vi-GIL-ant" instead of the correct "VIG-i-lant" (/ˈvɪdʒ.ɪ.lənt/ in US and UK). Tip: Focus on emphasizing the first syllable.
- Mispronouncing "g": The "g" in "vigilant" is often mispronounced as a hard "g" sound, leading to "vig-i-lant" instead of the correct soft "j" sound. Tip: Remember that "g" in "vigilant" sounds like "j."
- Overlooking the schwa: Some may pronounce the last syllable too strongly, saying "vigilanT" instead of the softer "luhnt" (/lɪnt/). Tip: The final "ant" should have a reduced vowel sound, almost like "ənt."
- Omitting the middle syllable: A common mistake is to say "VIG-lant," dropping the middle syllable entirely. Tip: Ensure you pronounce all three syllables clearly: "VIG-i-lant."
- Confusing with similar words: Learners sometimes confuse "vigilant" with "vigilante," pronouncing it incorrectly. Tip: Remember that "vigilant" has three syllables, while "vigilante" has four.