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congratulations
Definition:
(nou) the act of acknowledging that someone has an occasion for celebration (nou) an expression of pleasure at the success or good fortune of another
Phonetic Transcription:
kənˌɡrætʃʊˈleɪʃən
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Common mistakes of congratulations pronunciation
- Dropping the "t": Some people pronounce "congratulations" without the "t" sound, saying "congratulashuns" [kənˌɡrætʃəˈleɪʃənz]. Tip: Ensure you clearly pronounce the "t" to maintain the correct flow of the word.
- Misplacing stress: Incorrectly stressing the second syllable as in "congratulations" [kənˌɡrætʃəˈleɪʃənz] can lead to confusion. Tip: Focus on the primary stress on the third syllable, "tu," to sound more natural.
- Overemphasizing vowels: Some learners may pronounce "congratulations" with exaggerated vowel sounds, making it sound awkward. Tip: Use a balanced tone, especially with the "a" in "gra," which should be more subtle.
- Confusing syllable breaks: Breaking "congratulations" into too many syllables, such as "con-grat-u-la-tions," can sound choppy. Tip: Practice saying it fluidly as "con-grat-u-ˈleɪ-shənz" to improve your pronunciation.
- Ignoring the "u" sound: Skipping the "u" in "congratulations" can lead to a mispronunciation like "congratulations" [kənˌɡrætʃˈleɪʃənz]. Tip: Remember to include the "u" sound for clarity and correctness.