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commodity
Definition:
(nou) articles of commerce
Phonetic Transcription:
kəˈmɒdɪti
Examples:
The commodity itself constitutes the money, and the money is the commodity.
It is the commodity in the system.
The commodity is pamphlet, not the text.
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Common mistakes of commodity pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "com-MO-di-ty" instead of the correct "COM-mo-di-ty" (/kəˈmɒdəti/ in UK, /kəˈmɑːdəti/ in US). Tip: Focus on stressing the first syllable for clarity.
- Vowel sounds: Some pronounce "commodity" with a short "o" sound, saying "cuh-modity." The correct pronunciation has a schwa sound in the first syllable (/kəˈmɒdəti/ in UK, /kəˈmɑːdəti/ in US). Tip: Practice the schwa sound to improve accuracy.
- Ending sound: A common mistake is to drop the "t" sound at the end, leading to "com-mod-ee." The correct pronunciation includes a clear "t" sound: "COM-mo-di-ty" (/kəˈmɒdəti/ in UK, /kəˈmɑːdəti/ in US). Tip: Emphasize the "t" to ensure it's heard.
- Syllable count: Some learners may pronounce "commodity" with only three syllables, saying "com-modity." The word has four syllables: "COM-mo-di-ty" (/kəˈmɒdəti/ in UK, /kəˈmɑːdəti/ in US). Tip: Break the word into syllables to practice.
- Intonation: Incorrect intonation can make "commodity" sound flat or unnatural. Proper intonation rises slightly on the stressed syllable "COM" and falls afterward. Tip: Listen to native speakers to master the rhythm and intonation.