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conformity
Definition:
(nou) correspondence in form or appearance (nou) acting according to certain accepted standards (nou) orthodoxy in thoughts and belief (nou) concurrence of opinion (nou) hardened conventionality
Phonetic Transcription:
kənˈfɔːmɪti
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Common mistakes of conformity pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some may place stress on the second syllable, saying "con-ˈform-i-ty". This is incorrect. The primary stress is on the third syllable: "con-ˈform-i-ty". Tip: Remember to emphasize "form" when pronouncing "conformity".
- Incorrect vowel sounds: A common mistake is mispronouncing the "o" in "conformity" as a short vowel sound, producing "con-ˈfɔr-mə-ty". The correct sound is a more open "ɔː" in UK and "ɔr" in US. Tip: Practice elongating the "o" sound.
- Omitting syllables: Some speakers might simplify "conformity" to "con-form-ity", dropping the "o". This leads to a loss of clarity. The full pronunciation is "con-ˈform-i-ty". Tip: Make sure to articulate all syllables clearly.
- Overemphasizing the "i": It's common to stress the "i" in the last syllable, saying "conform-ˈi-ty". The correct pronunciation is "con-ˈform-i-ty", with a softer "i". Tip: Focus on the stress pattern, keeping "form" strong and "i" light.
- Mispronouncing the "t": Some may pronounce the "t" in "conformity" as a hard "t", leading to "con-form-i-ˈty". The correct pronunciation has a softer "t" sound. Tip: Practice saying the word slowly, ensuring the "t" is not overly pronounced.