Introduction
Pronunciation is a crucial part of learning any language, and English is no exception. Mispronouncing words can lead to misunderstandings and can even change the meaning of what you’re trying to say. Here, we’ll explore seven words that English learners often mispronounce and provide tips on how to say them correctly.
1. Vegetable (vej-tuh-buhl)
Instead of “ve-ge-ta-ble”, confidently pronounce it as “vej-tuh-buhl”. Remember to reduce the middle syllable to a schwa sound, which is like a soft “uh” sound.
2. Comfortable (kumf-tuh-buhl)
Don’t say “com-for-ta-ble”. Confidently say “kumf-tuh-buhl”. The middle syllable is often reduced.
3. Wednesday (wenz-dei)
Don’t let the spelling fool you. Confidently say “wenz-dei”. The “d” is silent.
4. Subtle (suh-tl)
Say “suh-tl” instead of “sub-tle”. Remember that the “b” is silent.
5. Mischievous (mis-chuh-vuhs)
Don’t add an extra syllable to “mischievous”. Confidently pronounce it as “mis-chuh-vuhs”.
6. Espresso (e-spres-oh)
Avoid saying “ex-presso”. Confidently say “e-spres-oh”. Remember that there is no “x”.
7. Pronunciation (pruh-nun-see-ay-shuhn)
Correctly say “pruh-nun-see-ay-shuhn” instead of “pro-noun-see-ay-shuhn”. Remember to be confident!
What is a hard English word to pronounce?
“Rural” is a tough word to pronounce because it contains two “r” sounds close together. Confidently say “roo-ruhl”.
Conclusion
Improving your English pronunciation takes practice and patience. Don’t be discouraged if you find some words difficult to pronounce at first. With time and practice, you’ll get better. Remember, even native English speakers sometimes mispronounce words!
