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capitalism

Definition:

(nou) an economic system based on private ownership of capital

Phonetic Transcription:

ˈkæpɪtəlɪzəm

Examples:

True capitalism requires unfettered access to the free market.

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commercial

corporate

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Common mistakes of capitalism pronunciation

Stress misplacement: Some learners place stress on the second syllable, pronouncing it as "ca-PIT-al-ism" /kəˈpɪt.əl.ɪz.əm/ instead of the correct first syllable stress. Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable, "cap," to pronounce it correctly.
Incorrect vowel sound: The first vowel sound may be pronounced incorrectly as "a" in "cat," leading to "cat-italism." The correct pronunciation is /ˈkæp.ɪ.təl.ɪz.əm/ in US English. Tip: Practice saying "cap" to get the right vowel sound.
Missing the schwa: Learners often skip the schwa sound /ə/ in the second syllable, pronouncing it as "capitalism" without the "tuh." Tip: Focus on the "tuh" sound in the second syllable to maintain clarity.
Overemphasis on final syllable: Some may stress the last syllable, saying "capital-ISM" /ˈkæp.ɪ.təl.ɪz.əm/ incorrectly. The correct stress is on the first syllable. Tip: Always return to the first syllable for proper emphasis.
Silent "t" confusion: Some speakers may pronounce the "t" in "capitalism" as silent, leading to "cap-al-ism." The correct pronunciation includes the "t" sound /ˈkæp.ɪ.təl.ɪz.əm/. Tip: Practice saying "cap-tuh" to reinforce the "t" sound.

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How do you pronounce "capitalism" in American English?

In American English, "capitalism" is pronounced as /ˈkæpɪtəlˌɪzəm/. The primary stress is on the first syllable, "cap," while the second syllable has a secondary stress.

What is the UK pronunciation of "capitalism"?

In British English, "capitalism" is pronounced similarly as /ˈkæpɪtəlɪz(ə)m/. The main difference is in the vowel sound of the second syllable, which is slightly more pronounced.

How many syllables are in the word "capitalism"?

The word "capitalism" has four syllables: "cap-i-tal-ism." Each syllable is pronounced clearly, with the stress patterns helping to emphasize the first and second syllables.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "capitalism"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress, often putting it on the second syllable instead of the first. Remember to stress the "cap" and keep the other syllables lighter for clarity.