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conciliatory

Phonetic Transcription:

kənˈsɪlɪətəri

Examples:

The conciliatory comments have reappeared.

Dear Slrubenstein, Thanks for the conciliatory note.

However, the question is, at least on the face of it, conciliatory.

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Common mistakes of conciliatory pronunciation

Stress placement: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "con-CIL-i-a-tory" instead of the correct "con-CIL-i-a-tory" (ˌkɒnˈsɪl.i.ə.tɔː.ri in UK, ˌkənˈsɪl.i.ə.tɔːr.i in US). Tip: Remember to emphasize the third syllable for proper pronunciation.
Vowel sound confusion: Some learners mispronounce the "i" in the second syllable as a long "e" sound, saying "con-cili-a-tory" instead of "con-cil-i-a-tory". Tip: Focus on a short "i" sound like "ih" to ensure clarity.
Overemphasis on syllables: A common mistake is to overly stress every syllable, leading to "CON-CIL-I-A-TORY". The correct stress pattern is more subtle. Tip: Practice saying it smoothly with primary stress on the third syllable.
Missing the schwa: Some speakers skip the schwa sound in the fourth syllable, pronouncing it as "con-cil-i-a-tor-y" instead of "con-cil-i-a-tory" (with a schwa sound represented as /ə/). Tip: Include the schwa to maintain the natural flow of the word.
Incorrect final "y" sound: People often pronounce the final "y" as a long "ee" sound, saying "conciliator-ee" instead of the correct "conciliatory" (with a short "i" sound). Tip: Use a quick "i" sound to finish the word correctly.

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How do you pronounce "conciliatory" in American English?

In American English, "conciliatory" is pronounced as /kənˈsɪl.i.əˌtɔːr.i/. The primary stress is on the third syllable "si," and the secondary stress is on the fourth syllable "a."

What is the British pronunciation of "conciliatory"?

In British English, "conciliatory" is pronounced as /kənˈsɪl.ɪ.ə.tər.i/. The stress pattern is similar to the American version, with the primary stress on "si" and a more distinct "t" sound in the fourth syllable.

How many syllables are in the word "conciliatory"?

The word "conciliatory" has six syllables: "con-cil-i-a-to-ry." Each syllable is pronounced clearly, which helps in understanding the word's rhythm and flow.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "conciliatory"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress, often placing it on the wrong syllable. Remember to emphasize the third syllable "si" to pronounce "conciliatory" correctly.