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camaraderie
Definition:
(nou) the quality of affording easy familiarity and sociability
Phonetic Transcription:
ˌkæməˈrɑːdəri
Examples:
It was a pleasure and I truly enjoyed the camaraderie.
White enjoyed the camaraderie that the military service provided.
The camaraderie adds to the atmosphere.
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Common mistakes of camaraderie pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "cam-a-ˈra-der-ie". The correct stress is on the third syllable: "ˌkæm.əˈrɑː.dər.i" (US) / "ˌkæm.əˈrɑː.də.ri" (UK). Tip: Focus on the "ra" syllable for proper emphasis.
- Overpronouncing vowels: Some people overemphasize the "a" in "camaraderie", making it sound like "cam-a-ra-ˈder-ie". The correct pronunciation has a more relaxed "a": "ˌkæm.əˈrɑː.dər.i" (US) / "ˌkæm.əˈrɑː.də.ri" (UK). Tip: Keep the vowels short and smooth.
- Ignoring the "d": A common mistake is to skip the "d" sound, pronouncing it as "cam-a-ra-ˈre". The correct pronunciation includes the "d": "ˌkæm.əˈrɑː.dər.i" (US) / "ˌkæm.əˈrɑː.də.ri" (UK). Tip: Clearly articulate the "d" to avoid confusion.
- Mispronouncing the final syllable: Some learners say "camarader-ee" instead of "camaraderie". The final syllable should sound like "der" or "də", not "dee": "ˌkæm.əˈrɑː.dər.i" (US) / "ˌkæm.əˈrɑː.də.ri" (UK). Tip: Practice the last syllable to ensure clarity.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners may confuse "camaraderie" with "camaraderie" or "camarader". The correct word is "camaraderie", pronounced "ˌkæm.əˈrɑː.dər.i" (US) / "ˌkæm.əˈrɑː.də.ri" (UK). Tip: Familiarize yourself with the definitions to avoid mix-ups.