Learn How to Pronounce copious

Not sure how to say a word? Try the Promova pronunciation tool for free and learn how to pronounce anything in English correctly. Discover over 100,000 words and easily learn English pronunciation online!

Find your word:

Find how to pronounce a word and practice it in our free word pronouncer for English learners!

How to pronounce:

Listen to the pronunciation:

copious

Phonetic Transcription:

ˈkəʊpɪəs

Examples:

Check the copious citations in that regard.

I removed some of the copious templates.

Perspiration commenced immediately and was very copious.

Learn more about:
copious

Related Words:

abundant

How to perfect your pronunciation of: copious

Learn Individual Sounds

Break copious down into individual sounds such as ˈkəʊpɪəs. Practice these parts before you learn to say the whole word.

Copy Others

Use the tools above to find out how different people say copious in their accents, then try to repeat after them.

Pick an Accent

Avoid mixing word pronunciations. If you’re learning American English, stick to it and try not to confuse yourself with British pronunciation.

Record Yourself

Say copious in the pronunciation tool as many times as it takes before you get it right. Record yourself saying different sentences with copious.

Get a Native Tutor

Improve your pronunciation with native speakers! Practice with American, British, and Australian teachers on Promova.

Common mistakes of copious pronunciation

Stress placement: Many learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying /ˈkoʊpiəs/ instead of the correct /ˈkoʊpiəs/ (US) or /ˈkəʊpɪəs/ (UK). Tip: Always emphasize the first syllable "co".
Vowel sound confusion: Some pronounce "copious" with an unclear vowel sound in the first syllable, leading to /kəˈpiəs/. This can sound less clear. Tip: Ensure the "o" is pronounced as /oʊ/ (US) or /əʊ/ (UK).
Overemphasizing the "p": Learners often overemphasize the "p" sound, making it sound too harsh, like /ˈkɒpiəs/. Tip: Keep the "p" soft and balanced with the surrounding vowels.
Dropping the final syllable: Some speakers might drop the final syllable, saying "copi" instead of "copious". This changes the word's meaning. Tip: Always pronounce the full word, ensuring the "ous" is clear.
Mispronouncing "ous": Learners may mispronounce the "ous" ending, saying /əs/ instead of /iəs/. This can affect clarity. Tip: Focus on the "ious" as /iəs/ to maintain the correct pronunciation.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "copious"?

The pronunciation of "copious" is /ˈkoʊ.pi.əs/ in American English and /ˈkəʊ.pi.əs/ in British English. The primary stress is on the first syllable, "co."

What is the syllable breakdown for "copious"?

"Copious" has three syllables: "co," "pi," and "ous." You can think of it as "CO-PI-OUS," with the emphasis on the first syllable.

Are there common mistakes when pronouncing "copious"?

One common mistake is misplacing the stress, often saying "co-PI-ous" instead of "CO-pious." Remember to stress the first syllable to pronounce it correctly.

Does "copious" have a schwa sound?

Yes, the "ous" at the end of "copious" contains a schwa sound, pronounced as /əs/. This makes it sound softer and less emphasized compared to the first syllable.