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anonymous

Phonetic Transcription:

əˈnɒnɪməs

Examples:

That is the beauty of the internet and of being anonymous.

All of this is amplified by the anonymous nature of the Internet.

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Common mistakes of anonymous pronunciation

Misplacing the stress: Some learners place the stress incorrectly on the second syllable, pronouncing it as /əˈnɒn.ɪ.məs/ (UK) or /əˈnɑː.nə.məs/ (US). Tip: Remember to stress the third syllable with /əˈnɒn.ɪ.məs/ for UK and /əˈnɑː.nə.məs/ for US.
Overemphasizing the vowels: People often pronounce "anonymous" with exaggerated vowel sounds, leading to unclear speech. The correct pronunciation features shorter vowels: /əˈnɒn.ɪ.məs/ (UK) and /əˈnɑː.nə.məs/ (US). Tip: Keep the vowel sounds quick and soft.
Omitting syllables: Some speakers may drop the first syllable, saying "nonymous" instead of "anonymous". This can lead to confusion. Tip: Ensure you pronounce all syllables clearly: "a-non-y-mous".
Confusing "n" and "m": Learners sometimes mix up the sounds, pronouncing it as "anonymus". This mispronunciation alters the word entirely. Tip: Focus on the clear "n" sound in the second syllable: /əˈnɒn.ɪ.məs/ (UK) or /əˈnɑː.nə.məs/ (US).
Incorrectly pronouncing the final "mous": Some people say "mous" as in "mouse," which is incorrect. The correct ending is softer, pronounced as /məs/. Tip: Practice saying the full word slowly to get comfortable with the ending: "a-non-y-mous".

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "anonymous" in American English?

In American English, "anonymous" is pronounced as /əˈnɑːnɪməs/. The primary stress is on the second syllable, "non," which sounds like "nawn."

Is there a difference in pronunciation of "anonymous" between British and American English?

Yes, in British English, "anonymous" is pronounced as /əˈnɒnɪməs/. The main difference is in the vowel sound of the first syllable, where the "a" sounds like "ah" in British English, compared to the "a" sounding like "ah" in American English.

How many syllables are there in the word "anonymous"?

The word "anonymous" has four syllables: "a-non-y-mous." Each syllable is pronounced clearly, with the stress on the second syllable.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "anonymous"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress, often putting it on the first syllable instead of the second. Remember to emphasize "non" as in "nawn" to pronounce "anonymous" correctly.