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colleagues
Definition:
(nou) an associate that one works with (nou) a person who is member of one's class or profession
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈkɒliːɡ
Examples:
He is mortified by his colleagues.
He raved his colleagues in public.
He received the replication from his colleagues.
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Common mistakes of colleagues pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners mistakenly stress the second syllable, saying "col-LEAGUES" /kəˈliːɡz/. The correct stress is on the first syllable: "COL-leagues" /ˈkɒliːɡz/ (UK) or /ˈkɑːliːɡz/ (US). Tip: Practice saying the first syllable louder.
- Overemphasizing the "g": A common error is over-pronouncing the "g" in "colleagues," leading to "col-lea-GUES" /kəˈliːɡz/. The "g" should be soft and blended into the vowel sound. Tip: Focus on a smooth transition between the sounds.
- Ignoring the "u" sound: Some may skip the "u" in "colleagues," pronouncing it as "COL-leagues" /ˈkɒliːz/. The "u" is important for the correct pronunciation. Tip: Make sure to clearly articulate the "u" sound.
- Confusing with "colleagues" /ˈkɒliːɡz/: Learners sometimes confuse "colleagues" with similar-sounding words. It's essential to differentiate between them. Tip: Listen to native speakers and repeat to develop a clear distinction.
- Mispronouncing the ending: Some pronounce "colleagues" as "colleagues" /kəˈliːɡs/, dropping the final "ue" sound. This alters the word's meaning. Tip: Pay attention to the ending, ensuring the "ue" is pronounced softly.