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availability

Definition:

(nou) the quality of being at hand when needed

Phonetic Transcription:

əˌveɪləˈbɪləti

Examples:

Accessibility is determined by the availability and clarity of the performance.

The purpose of the site is the availability of useful information.

The back of the rice flour used to be white and easy availability.

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Common mistakes of availability pronunciation

Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable "a" instead of the primary stress on the third syllable "bil." Correct pronunciation is /əˌveɪ.ləˈbɪl.ɪ.ti/ in US English and /əˌveɪ.ləˈbɪl.ɪ.ti/ in UK English. Tip: Focus on emphasizing "bil."
Vowel sound confusion: Some people mispronounce the "a" in "availability" as "æ" instead of the schwa /ə/. This can lead to a less clear pronunciation. Tip: Practice using the schwa sound in unstressed syllables.
Omitting syllables: It is common to drop the "i" in the last syllable, saying "availability" as "availabilty." This alters the word's clarity. Tip: Ensure you pronounce all syllables distinctly, especially the final "i."
Incorrect vowel length: Learners may pronounce the "a" too short, saying "availability" as /əˈveɪ.lə.bɪl.ɪ.ti/. The vowel should be longer in the stressed syllable. Tip: Stretch the vowel sound in "veɪ" to maintain correct pronunciation.
Final "ty" mispronunciation: Some speakers pronounce the ending "ty" as "tee" instead of "ti," resulting in "availability" sounding like "availabilitee." This can confuse listeners. Tip: Practice saying "ti" with a short, crisp sound to avoid this mistake.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "availability" in American English?

In American English, "availability" is pronounced as /əˌveɪ.ləˈbɪl.ɪ.ti/. The primary stress is on the third syllable, "bil," which is pronounced with a clear "i" sound as in "bit."

What is the British pronunciation of "availability"?

In British English, "availability" is pronounced the same way, /əˌveɪ.ləˈbɪl.ɪ.ti/, but you may notice a slightly different intonation. The syllable stress remains the same, with the emphasis still on "bil."

How many syllables are in "availability"?

"Availability" has six syllables: a-vail-a-bil-i-ty. When saying it, make sure to articulate each syllable clearly, especially the stressed syllable "bil."

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "availability"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress, often incorrectly stressing the second syllable, "vail," instead of the third, "bil." Remember to focus on the correct stress pattern to sound more natural.