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How to pronounce:
wonderful
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈwʌndəfəl
Examples:
The appearance of incompetence was wonderful.
The sculpture of the temple is wonderful.
The view is wonderful and scenic.
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Common mistakes of wonderful pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners incorrectly place stress on the second syllable, saying "won-'der-ful" instead of the correct "ˈwʌn.dər.fəl". Tip: Remember to stress the first syllable for proper pronunciation.
- Overemphasizing vowels: Some might pronounce "wonderful" with overly long vowels, making it sound like "wahn-der-full." This is incorrect. Tip: Keep the vowels short and crisp, focusing on the unstressed syllables.
- Omitting syllables: A common mistake is saying "wun-derful," dropping the "o." The correct pronunciation is "ˈwʌn.dər.fəl." Tip: Ensure you pronounce all syllables clearly to avoid confusion.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Learners sometimes substitute the "u" in "wonderful" with a different vowel sound, like "wonderfool." The correct sound is /ʌ/ as in "cup." Tip: Practice the "u" sound to maintain clarity.
- Mispronouncing the "r": Some may say "wondiful," neglecting the "r" sound. The correct pronunciation is "ˈwʌn.dər.fəl." Tip: Pay attention to the "r" in the second syllable to ensure it's pronounced correctly.