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accountant
Definition:
(nou) someone who maintains and audits business accounts
Phonetic Transcription:
əˈkaʊntənt
Examples:
One of the liquidators was the accountant.
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Common mistakes of accountant pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "ac-COUNT-ant." The correct stress is on the second syllable: /əˈkaʊn.tənt/ (US) and /əˈkaʊn.tənt/ (UK). Tip: Focus on the "COUNT" part for proper emphasis.
- Omitting the "t": Some pronounce "accountant" as "ac-coun-an," dropping the "t" sound. This can lead to misunderstandings. The correct pronunciation includes the "t": /əˈkaʊn.tənt/. Tip: Practice saying the "t" clearly at the end.
- Vowel confusion: Learners may mispronounce the first vowel, saying "a-coun-tant" instead of "ac-count-ant." The correct vowel sound is /ə/ as in "about." Tip: Listen for the schwa sound in the first syllable.
- Incorrect vowel length: Some may pronounce the "ou" in "accountant" too short, saying "ac-cant." The correct sound is /aʊ/, which is a diphthong. Tip: Stretch the "ou" sound to achieve accuracy.
- Adding extra syllables: A common mistake is adding an extra syllable, saying "ac-count-ant." The word has three syllables, not four. The correct pronunciation is /əˈkaʊn.tənt/. Tip: Break the word into its three clear syllables for clarity.