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vitriolic

Phonetic Transcription:

ˌvɪtrɪˈɒlɪk

Examples:

The campaign was vitriolic and bitter with allegations of homophobia and sin.

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The criticism was extensive and vitriolic.

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Common mistakes of vitriolic pronunciation

Stress placement error: Many learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "vi-ˈtri-o-lic". The correct stress is on the third syllable: "ˌvɪt.riˈɒ.lɪk" (UK) and "ˌvɪt.riˈɑ.lɪk" (US). Tip: Remember to emphasize the "lo" part.
Vowel confusion: Some pronounce the "i" in "vitriolic" as a long "i" sound, saying "vi-tra-ˈo-lic". The correct pronunciation has a short "i" as in "bit": "ˌvɪt.riˈɒ.lɪk" (UK) and "ˌvɪt.riˈɑ.lɪk" (US). Tip: Focus on the short "i" sound.
Syllable omission: A common mistake is to reduce the number of syllables, saying "vi-ˈtro-lic". The word has four syllables: "ˌvɪt.riˈɒ.lɪk" (UK) and "ˌvɪt.riˈɑ.lɪk" (US). Tip: Practice saying each syllable clearly.
Incorrect "c" sound: Some speakers pronounce the "c" in "vitriolic" as a hard "k", resulting in "vi-tri-ˈo-lik". The "c" is soft, pronounced as "s": "ˌvɪt.riˈɒ.lɪk" (UK) and "ˌvɪt.riˈɑ.lɪk" (US). Tip: Think of "s" when saying the "c".
Mispronouncing the ending: Learners often say "vitri-ˈo-lic", neglecting the final "c" sound. The correct pronunciation includes the "c": "ˌvɪt.riˈɒ.lɪk" (UK) and "ˌvɪt.riˈɑ.lɪk" (US). Tip: Make sure to clearly pronounce the ending "lic".

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "vitriolic" correctly?

"Vitriolic" is pronounced as /ˌvɪtriˈɒlɪk/ in UK English and /ˌvɪtriˈɑlɪk/ in US English. The primary stress is on the third syllable, "ol," which is crucial for proper pronunciation.

What are the syllables in "vitriolic"?

The word "vitriolic" has four syllables: "vi-tri-o-lic." Each syllable should be pronounced clearly to ensure correct understanding.

Is there a schwa sound in "vitriolic"?

Yes, "vitriolic" contains a schwa sound in the second syllable, "tri," which is pronounced as /tri/. This is a common feature in English, where unstressed syllables often have a reduced vowel sound.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "vitriolic"?

One common mistake is placing stress on the wrong syllable, such as saying "VI-tri-olic." Remember to stress the "ol" syllable instead to avoid confusion.