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accountability
Definition:
(nou) responsibility to someone or for some activity
Phonetic Transcription:
əˌkaʊntəˈbɪləti
Definition
(nou) responsibility to someone or for some activity
Phonetic Transcription
əˌkaʊntəˈbɪləti
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Common mistakes of accountability pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly place stress on the second syllable, saying /əˌkaʊnˈtæb.ɪ.lɪ.ti/ instead of /əˌkaʊn.təˈbɪl.ɪ.ti/. Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the "bil" syllable in "accountability".
- Vowel sounds: Some may pronounce "a" in "accountability" as /æ/ instead of /ə/. This can lead to mispronunciation. Tip: Practice saying "uh-countability" to emphasize the schwa sound in the first syllable.
- Syllable omission: A common mistake is omitting the "bil" syllable, resulting in "accountity". This can confuse listeners. Tip: Break the word down into syllables: "ac-count-a-bil-i-ty" to ensure you include all parts.
- Final "ty" sound: Learners sometimes pronounce the final "ty" as /ti/ instead of /ti/. This can alter the word's clarity. Tip: Focus on the "tee" sound in "accountability" to make it sound more precise.
- Linking sounds: Some may not link the "n" in "count" with the "a" in "ability", creating a choppy pronunciation. Tip: Practice saying "accountability" smoothly, connecting the sounds to enhance fluency.
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