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comptroller
Definition:
(nou) someone who maintains and audits business accounts
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The comptroller is not term limited.
The household was run by the comptroller.
The comptroller organ has no staff.
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Common mistakes of comptroller pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "com-PTROL-er" instead of the correct "COM-ptroller" (ˈkɒm.trə.lər in UK, ˈkɑːm.troʊ.lər in US). Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some may pronounce the "o" in "comptroller" as a long "o" sound, creating confusion. The correct pronunciation is with a schwa sound, as in "trə" (ˈkɒm.trə.lər in UK, ˈkɑːm.troʊ.lər in US). Tip: Practice the vowel sounds by listening to native speakers.
- Omitting the "p": A common mistake is dropping the "p," pronouncing it as "controller." This alters the word's meaning. "Comptroller" includes the "p" sound (ˈkɒm.trə.lər in UK, ˈkɑːm.troʊ.lər in US). Tip: Focus on articulating the "p" clearly.
- Mispronouncing the final "er": Some may say "comptroll-er" with a distinct "roll." The correct ending is a softer "ler" sound (ˈkɒm.trə.lər in UK, ˈkɑːm.troʊ.lər in US). Tip: Listen for the subtlety in the ending to avoid overemphasis.
- Confusing with similar words: "Comptroller" can be confused with "controller," leading to mispronunciation. Both have different meanings and sounds. "Comptroller" has a unique pronunciation (ˈkɒm.trə.lər in UK, ˈkɑːm.troʊ.lər in US). Tip: Familiarize yourself with both terms to distinguish them easily.