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atrocious
Phonetic Transcription:
əˈtrəʊʃəs
Examples:
The picture on the page is atrocious.
The editorializing is unnecessary and the grammar is atrocious.
The quality of debate is therefore atrocious.
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Common mistakes of atrocious pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many people incorrectly place the stress on the second syllable, saying "a-ˈtro-cious". The correct pronunciation is "a-ˈtroʊ-ʃəs" (US) or "ə-ˈtrəʊ-ʃəs" (UK) with stress on the third syllable. Tip: Remember to emphasize the "tro" part.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some may pronounce "atrocious" with a short "o" sound, saying "a-tro-cious". The correct pronunciation features a long "o" sound, as in "a-ˈtroʊ-ʃəs" (US) or "ə-ˈtrəʊ-ʃəs" (UK). Tip: Focus on elongating the "o" in "tro".
- Omitting the "c" sound: A common mistake is dropping the "c" and saying "a-tro-ious". This alters the word's meaning and clarity. The correct form is "a-ˈtroʊ-ʃəs" (US) or "ə-ˈtrəʊ-ʃəs" (UK). Tip: Ensure you pronounce the "c" clearly before the "ious".
- Mispronouncing the ending: Some people say "a-tro-cious" with a hard "c" sound, which is incorrect. The ending should sound like "ʃəs" in both variants. Tip: Practice saying "ʃəs" to get the soft ending right.
- Confusing with similar words: "Atrocious" is often confused with "atrociousness" or "atrocity". This can lead to mispronunciation. The correct pronunciation for "atrocious" is "a-ˈtroʊ-ʃəs" (US) or "ə-ˈtrəʊ-ʃəs" (UK). Tip: Familiarize yourself with the base word to avoid confusion.