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civil

Phonetic Transcription:

ˈsɪvəl

Examples:

Monogamy was enforced both by the civil and ecclesiastical law.

This part of the Corpus Juris is the regulation of the civil law.

A synonym, typically used in civil law actions, is mulct.

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Common mistakes of civil pronunciation

Misplacing the stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "civ-AL" instead of the correct "CIV-il" (ˈsɪv.əl). Tip: Remember that the stress is on the first syllable.
Pronouncing the "c" as /k/: Some speakers say "kivil" instead of "civil" (ˈsɪv.əl). Tip: The "c" in "civil" is pronounced as /s/, similar to "silly."
Ignoring the schwa sound: Learners often pronounce the second syllable clearly as "il" instead of the reduced vowel sound /əl/ in "civil" (ˈsɪv.əl). Tip: Focus on the softer, less emphasized sound in the second syllable.
Confusing "civil" with "civile": Some may mistakenly pronounce "civil" as "civile," adding an extra syllable. Tip: Keep it to two syllables: "CIV-il" (ˈsɪv.əl) to avoid this error.
Over-emphasizing the vowel sounds: A common mistake is to make the vowels in "civil" sound too distinct, like "ci-vil." Tip: Blend the sounds smoothly to maintain the correct pronunciation: "CIV-il" (ˈsɪv.əl).

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "civil" in American English?

In American English, "civil" is pronounced as /ˈsɪv.əl/. The stress is on the first syllable, which sounds like "siv," followed by a schwa sound in the second syllable.

Is there a difference in the pronunciation of "civil" between American and British English?

The pronunciation of "civil" is quite similar in both American and British English, with the UK pronunciation being /ˈsɪv.əl/ as well. The primary stress remains on the first syllable in both variants.

What are the syllables in the word "civil"?

The word "civil" has two syllables: "civ" and "il." The first syllable is stressed, making it sound more prominent when you say the word.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "civil"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress on the second syllable, saying "ci-VIL" instead of "CIV-il." Remember to keep the stress on the first syllable for accurate pronunciation.