Proper Pronunciation Guide

appreciate

pri ʃie͜it]

Tips:

  • Pronounce the initial letter “a” as the weak schwa vowel
    /ə/.
  • Stress the second syllable [pri].
  • Pronounce the letter “c” as
    /ʃ/ so that the last two syllables are pronounced like “she ate.”
  • Link the third and fourth syllables with the y-like consonant glide
    /j/.

Practice Sentence:

I appreciate all you've done for us.
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