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autobiography

Definition:

(nou) a biography of yourself

Phonetic Transcription:

ˌɔːtəʊbaɪˈɒɡrəfi

Examples:

The book is the autobiography of the president.

It's the result of meticulous research, not autobiography.

This is a fabricated autobiography of the reclusive billionaire.

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Common mistakes of autobiography pronunciation

Misplacing the stress: Some learners put stress on the second syllable, pronouncing it as "auto-bi-ˈog-ra-phy". This is incorrect. The primary stress is on the fourth syllable: "ˌɔː.tə.baɪˈɒɡ.rə.fi" (UK) and "ˌɔː.tə.baɪˈɑː.ɡrə.fi" (US). Tip: Focus on the "ɒɡ" syllable for correct stress placement.
Overemphasizing the "auto" part: Many pronounce "autobiography" with excessive emphasis on the first syllable, saying "ˈau-to-bi-ography". This can distort the word. Tip: Remember that the first syllable is less stressed than the fourth.
Incorrect vowel sounds: Some might pronounce "auto" as "ˈɔː.to" instead of "ˌɔː.tə". This leads to mispronunciation. Tip: Practice the schwa sound "ə" in "auto" to keep it natural and fluid.
Skipping syllables: Learners sometimes omit the "bi" sound, saying "ˌɔː.təˈɒɡ.rə.fi" instead of "ˌɔː.tə.baɪˈɒɡ.rə.fi". This changes the word's integrity. Tip: Clearly articulate each syllable to maintain clarity in pronunciation.
Mispronouncing "graphy": Some say "ˈgra-fee" instead of "ˈɒɡ.rə.fi". This alters the meaning. Tip: Pay attention to the "ɡ" sound followed by the schwa "rə" to ensure accurate pronunciation.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "autobiography"?

In American English, "autobiography" is pronounced as /ˌɔːtəbaɪˈɑːɡrəfi/, with the primary stress on the third syllable "graph." In British English, it is pronounced similarly, /ˌɔːtəbaɪˈɒɡrəfi/, with a slight difference in the vowel sound of the second syllable.

What are the syllables in "autobiography"?

The word "autobiography" has six syllables: au-to-bi-og-ra-phy. When saying it, remember to emphasize the "bi" and "graph" parts for clarity.

Is there a schwa sound in "autobiography"?

Yes, the word "autobiography" contains schwa sounds in the second and last syllables, pronounced as "to" and "phy." This makes the pronunciation smoother and quicker in casual speech.

What common mistakes do people make when pronouncing "autobiography"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress, often saying "autobiography" with the stress on the first syllable instead of the correct third syllable "graph." Another mistake is not clearly pronouncing the "g" in "graph," which can lead to confusion.