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How to pronounce:
vivid
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈvɪvɪd
Examples:
The plot of the story is vivid and descriptive.
The description was vivid and the bat bather clearly enjoyed the experience.
The mushroom cloud gives a more vivid description of the what the show's about.
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Common mistakes of vivid pronunciation
- Stress misplacement: Some learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "vi-ˈvid" instead of the correct "ˈvivid". Tip: Remember that the first syllable carries the primary stress.
- Vowel confusion: The "i" in "vivid" can be mispronounced as a long vowel sound, leading to "vee-vid". The correct pronunciation is with a short "i" as in "ɪ". Tip: Practice saying "bit" to get the short "i" sound right.
- Overemphasizing consonants: Some speakers may overly stress the "v" or "d" sounds, creating an unnatural emphasis. The correct pronunciation is smooth and balanced: "ˈvivid". Tip: Focus on a fluid transition between sounds.
- Skipping the second syllable: Learners may shorten "vivid" to just "viv", omitting the second syllable entirely. This alters the meaning and clarity. Tip: Always pronounce both syllables distinctly for proper understanding.
- Adding extra sounds: Some may insert an extra vowel sound, pronouncing it as "vi-vidd". This can confuse listeners. Tip: Keep the pronunciation clear and concise with no added sounds: "ˈvivid".