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How to pronounce:
career
Definition:
(nou) the particular occupation for which you are trained (nou) the general progression of your working or professional life
Phonetic Transcription:
kəˈrɪə
Examples:
It demarcates the career profiles and regulates the professional training.
His career is remunerative.
His career was long and tempestuous.
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Common mistakes of career pronunciation
- Incorrect vowel sound: Many learners pronounce "career" with a short "a" sound, like in "cat". The correct pronunciation is /kəˈrɪr/ in US English and /kəˈrɪə/ in UK English. Tip: Focus on the "ear" part to get the right sound.
- Misplaced stress: Some people put the stress on the first syllable, saying "CA-reer". The correct stress is on the second syllable: /kəˈrɪr/ (US) and /kəˈrɪə/ (UK). Tip: Practice emphasizing the "rīr" sound to master the stress pattern.
- Overemphasizing the "r": Learners often roll the "r" too much, making it sound unnatural. In "career", the "r" should be pronounced smoothly without excessive emphasis. Tip: Keep the "r" soft and fluid, especially in connected speech.
- Adding an extra syllable: Some pronounce "career" as "ca-reer", adding an unnecessary vowel sound. The word should be pronounced as a two-syllable word: /kəˈrɪr/ (US) and /kəˈrɪə/ (UK). Tip: Practice saying it quickly to avoid inserting extra sounds.
- Confusing with "care": Learners sometimes mix up "career" with "care" due to similar sounds. "Career" has two syllables, while "care" has one. Tip: Remember that "career" has a distinct second syllable that needs to be pronounced clearly.