Proper Pronunciation Guide

distinct

[də stɪŋk̚t]

Tips:

  • Pronounce the letter “n” as
    /ŋ/.
  • Stop the
    /k/— spelled here with the letter “c”—but do not explode it —/k̚/.
  • Be sure to explode the final
    /t/ lightly.
  • The vowel in the first syllable may be pronounced as the weak schwa vowel
    /ə/.

Practice Sentence:

 There was a very distinct odor of gas near the kitchen stove.

Definition:

  • (adjective) Very definite, specific, pronounced, obvious, standing out.

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