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caucus
Definition:
(nou) a closed political meeting
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈkɔːkəs
Examples:
The caucus of the Democratic State legislators met on January 18.
The President of the Chamber is elected by the majority caucus.
Collver and Ham formed the legislative caucus of the Unionest Party.
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Common mistakes of caucus pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many people mistakenly place the stress on the second syllable, saying "cau-'cus" instead of the correct "ˈcaucus". Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable.
- Incorrect vowel sound: Some pronounce "caucus" with a short "a" sound, like in "cat", leading to "ˈkæʊ.kəs". The correct pronunciation uses a broad "aw" sound, as in "law". Tip: Focus on the "aw" sound to achieve accuracy.
- Overemphasizing the "c": People often pronounce the "c" in "caucus" too harshly, creating an overly strong "k" sound. The correct pronunciation is softer, starting with a smooth "k". Tip: Relax your mouth when saying the "c".
- Ignoring the "u": Some speakers skip the "u" sound, resulting in "ˈkɔː.kəs" instead of "ˈkɔː.kəs". The "u" is important for clarity. Tip: Make sure to articulate the "u" to maintain the word's integrity.
- Confusing with similar words: It's easy to mix "caucus" with "cactus" or "focus", leading to incorrect pronunciations. "Caucus" is distinct, pronounced "ˈkɔː.kəs". Tip: Practice saying "caucus" separately to reinforce its unique sound.