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cooperative
Definition:
(nou) a jointly owned commercial enterprise (usually organized by farmers or consumers) that produces and distributes goods and services and is run for the benefit of its owners (nou) an association formed and operated for the benefit of those using it
Phonetic Transcription:
kəʊˈɒpərətɪv
Examples:
At first the government was hostile to the cooperative.
It was the first electricity cooperative in the state.
They are vivacious and cooperative with a streak of independence.
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Common mistakes of cooperative pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "co-op-er-ˈa-tive". The correct stress is on the third syllable: "co-ˈop-er-a-tive" in US English and "ˈkəʊ-ə-prə-tɪv" in UK English. Tip: Remember to emphasize the "op" in "cooperative".
- Vowel confusion: Some pronounce "cooperative" with a long "o" sound, saying "ˈkoʊ-op-er-a-tive". The correct pronunciation uses a short "o" in the first syllable: "kəʊ" in UK or "kə" in US. Tip: Focus on a short "o" sound to sound more natural.
- Syllable omission: A common mistake is to drop the second syllable, saying "co-ˈoprative". This makes it sound incomplete. The full pronunciation includes all syllables: "co-ˈop-er-a-tive". Tip: Practice saying each syllable clearly to avoid skipping any.
- Final "t" sound: Some learners soften the final "t" in "cooperative", pronouncing it as "co-op-er-a-tiv". The correct pronunciation maintains the "t" sound: "co-ˈop-er-a-tive". Tip: Pay attention to the "t" at the end to ensure clarity.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some may use an incorrect vowel sound in the third syllable, saying "co-op-er-ˈe-tive". The correct sound is a schwa: "co-ˈop-er-a-tive" in US and "ˈkəʊ-ə-prə-tɪv" in UK. Tip: Use a relaxed schwa sound for the third syllable to improve accuracy.