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consanguineous
Phonetic Transcription:
kɑ̀nsæŋɡwíniəs
Examples:
The ties are both affinal and consanguineous.
Fryns is a girl born to consanguineous parents.
I'm redlinking consanguineous family in the article.
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Common mistakes of consanguineous pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying /kənˈsæŋɡwɪnɪəs/. The correct stress is on the third syllable: /ˌkɒn.sæŋˈɡwɪ.ni.əs/ (UK) and /ˌkɑn.sæŋˈɡwɪ.ni.əs/ (US). Tip: Focus on the "ni" syllable for proper emphasis.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: The "a" in "consanguineous" may be mispronounced as /æ/ instead of the correct /ɒ/ (UK) or /ɑ/ (US). This can lead to confusion. Tip: Practice the vowel sounds in isolation to differentiate them.
- Overemphasizing syllables: Some speakers may add unnecessary emphasis on syllables, leading to an unnatural rhythm. For example, saying /kənˈsæn.ɡwɪ.ni.əs/. The flow should be smooth. Tip: Break the word into syllables and practice saying them fluidly.
- Omitting syllables: A common mistake is to drop the "con" sound, pronouncing it as "sanguineous" /ˈsæn.ɡwɪ.ni.əs/. This alters the meaning entirely. Tip: Always pronounce the full word to maintain clarity and accuracy.
- Confusing similar words: Learners may confuse "consanguineous" with "consanguinity," leading to mispronunciations. While "consanguineous" is pronounced /ˌkɒn.sæŋˈɡwɪ.ni.əs/ (UK) and /ˌkɑn.sæŋˈɡwɪ.ni.əs/ (US), "consanguinity" has a different stress pattern. Tip: Familiarize yourself with both words to avoid mix-ups.