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agony
Definition:
(nou) intense feelings of suffering; acute mental or physical pain (nou) a state of acute pain
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈæɡəni
Examples:
The reward is not commensurate with the agony.
It was an agony to watch the game in the dressing room.
The agony of stabbing brooches pierces me
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Common mistakes of agony pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many people incorrectly stress the first syllable, saying "AG-o-ny" instead of "ag-O-ny" (/ˈæɡ.ə.ni/ in US, /ˈæɡ.ə.ni/ in UK). Tip: Remember to emphasize the second syllable for correct pronunciation.
- Vowel confusion: Some might pronounce the first vowel as "e" instead of "a," saying "egony." This mispronunciation alters the sound to /ˈɛɡ.ə.ni/, which is incorrect. Tip: Focus on using the short "a" sound as in "cat."
- Skipping the middle syllable: A common mistake is to say "agony" as "ag-nee," omitting the middle syllable. This leads to an incorrect pronunciation of /ˈæɡ.ni/. Tip: Ensure you pronounce all three syllables clearly.
- Incorrect vowel length: Some learners may pronounce the final "y" as a long "ee" sound, saying "agon-ee." This changes the sound to /ˈæɡ.ə.niː/. Tip: Use a short "i" sound, as in "bit," for the final syllable.
- Adding an extra syllable: Occasionally, speakers might add an extra syllable, saying "ag-o-nee." This mispronunciation results in /ˈæɡ.ə.niː/. Tip: Stick to the three syllables and avoid unnecessary additions.