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How to pronounce:
cajole
Phonetic Transcription:
kəˈdʒəʊl
Examples:
Then we don't need to persuade or cajole.
The soldiers try to coax and cajole Abu Mian into opening the door.
You think I'm trying to convince you of something, persuade or cajole you.
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Common mistakes of cajole pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners stress the second syllable, saying "ca-JOLE" instead of the correct "CA-jole" (/kəˈdʒoʊl/ in US, /kəˈdʒəʊl/ in UK). Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable for accurate pronunciation.
- Incorrect vowel sound: Many pronounce "cajole" with an "a" sound like in "cat," saying "cajole" as /kæˈdʒoʊl/. The correct pronunciation uses a schwa sound /kəˈdʒoʊl/. Tip: Focus on the soft "a" sound, almost like "uh."
- Overemphasizing the "j": Some speakers may pronounce "cajole" with an exaggerated "j," sounding like "cuh-JOLE." The correct sound is softer, as in /kəˈdʒoʊl/. Tip: Keep the "j" subtle and smooth.
- Ignoring the silent "e": A common mistake is to pronounce the final "e," resulting in "cajole" sounding like /kəˈdʒoʊl-e/. The "e" is silent. Tip: Practice saying the word without adding any sound to the "e."
- Confusing with similar words: Learners sometimes mix "cajole" with "console," leading to mispronunciation. "Cajole" is pronounced /kəˈdʒoʊl/, while "console" has a different stress pattern. Tip: Pay attention to the syllable stress and vowel sounds to distinguish between them.