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controversy
Definition:
(nou) a contentious speech act; a dispute where there is strong disagreement
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈkɒntrəvɜːsi
Examples:
Half the fun is the arguments, and the controversy.
The political implications of the dispute add to the controversy.
The controversy is the most salient issue on the topic of BCS.
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Common mistakes of controversy pronunciation
- Stress placement error: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "con-ˈtro-versey". The correct stress is on the first syllable: "ˈkɒn.trə.vɜː.si" (UK) and "ˈkɑn.trə.vɝ.si" (US). Tip: Remember to emphasize the "con" to sound natural.
- Vowel confusion: Some may mispronounce the second syllable as "tro" instead of "trə". The correct pronunciation is "trə" in both UK and US variants. Tip: Practice saying "truh" to get the right sound.
- Mispronouncing the "s": A common mistake is pronouncing the "s" as a "z" sound, leading to "con-tro-ˈver-zee". The correct pronunciation has a clear "s" sound: "ˈkɒn.trə.və.si" (UK) and "ˈkɑn.trə.vɝ.si" (US). Tip: Focus on making a distinct "s" sound at the end.
- Omitting the final syllable: Some speakers drop the last syllable, resulting in "con-ˈtro-verse". The word should always include the final "si". Tip: Practice saying the full word slowly to ensure you include every syllable.
- Overemphasizing the "tro": People sometimes put too much emphasis on the "tro", making it sound unnatural. The stress should remain on the first syllable. Tip: Keep the "tro" light and quick to maintain the correct rhythm.