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calamity
Definition:
(nou) an event resulting in great loss and misfortune
Phonetic Transcription:
kəˈlæmɪti
Examples:
Following the disaster of the 1904 fire, financial calamity hit the nation.
Calamity after calamity has struck the country.
There was the calamity on the radio show.
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Common mistakes of calamity pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, pronouncing it as /kəˈlæ.mə.ti/. The correct stress is on the second syllable: /kəˈlæ.mə.ti/. Tip: Focus on emphasizing "læ" while keeping the other syllables lighter.
- Vowel sounds: Some may mispronounce the first vowel sound, saying "calamity" as /ˈkæl.ə.mə.ti/. The correct pronunciation has a schwa sound: /kəˈlæ.mə.ti/. Tip: Practice saying the first syllable quickly to achieve the schwa sound.
- Ending sound: Learners might drop the "t" sound at the end, saying "calamity" as /kəˈlæ.mə.i/. The "t" should be clearly pronounced: /kəˈlæ.mə.ti/. Tip: Pay attention to the final "t" and practice saying it clearly.
- Incomplete syllable: Some people may say "calamity" as /kəˈlæ.mɪ.ti/, making the third syllable too strong. The correct pronunciation has a schwa sound in the third syllable: /kəˈlæ.mə.ti/. Tip: Use a softer, quicker sound for the third syllable.
- Overemphasis on consonants: A common mistake is overemphasizing the "c" and "m" sounds, leading to a choppy pronunciation: /kæl.əˈmɪ.ti/. The correct flow is smoother: /kəˈlæ.mə.ti/. Tip: Practice saying the word in a fluid manner to enhance its natural sound.