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How to pronounce:
coerce
Phonetic Transcription:
kəʊˈɜːs
Examples:
The masters tende to coerce their slaves.
They did not want to coerce the people.
The right to coerce where necessary in exchange for the civil right to peace.
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Common mistakes of coerce pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "co-'erce" instead of the correct "'co-erce". Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable for accurate pronunciation: /koʊˈɜrs/ (US), /kəʊˈɜːs/ (UK).
- Omitting the "o" sound: Some pronounce "coerce" as "kərs" by skipping the "o". This leads to confusion. Tip: Ensure you pronounce the "o" clearly, as in /koʊˈɜrs/ (US).
- Confusing with similar words: Learners often mix "coerce" with "course" or "coarse". This can alter meaning. Tip: Focus on the "e" sound in "coerce" (/ɜr/) to distinguish it from "course" (/ɔr/) and "coarse" (/kɔrs/).
- Mispronouncing the ending: Some say "coerc" without the final "e", sounding like "coerc". Tip: Always include the "e" at the end for proper pronunciation: /koʊˈɜrs/ (US), /kəʊˈɜːs/ (UK).
- Ignoring the vowel quality: Many pronounce the first vowel too harshly, saying "kaw-erse". This is incorrect. Tip: Use a softer "o" sound, as in /koʊ/ (US) or /kəʊ/ (UK), to achieve the correct pronunciation of "coerce".