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How to pronounce:
corporate
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈkɔːpərət
Examples:
This is the corporate headquarters of the company.
Optiplex was the name of the corporate desktop the company made.
The corporate headquarters of the company are in the city of Ahmedabad, India.
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Common mistakes of corporate pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners stress the second syllable, pronouncing it as "cor-ˈpo-rate". This is incorrect. The primary stress is on the first syllable: "ˈcor-por-ate". Tip: Remember to emphasize the "cor" when saying "corporate".
- Skipping the middle syllable: A common mistake is to pronounce "corporate" as "ˈcor-prate", omitting the "por" sound. This can change the clarity of your speech. Tip: Practice saying the full three syllables: "ˈcor-por-ate".
- Pronouncing "corporate" too quickly: Saying "corporate" too fast can lead to unclear pronunciation. Some may blend the syllables, making it sound like "corprate". Tip: Slow down and clearly articulate each syllable: "ˈcor-por-ate".
- Confusing "corporate" with "corporation": Learners sometimes mix up the pronunciation of "corporate" with "corporation", leading to errors. "Corporation" has a different stress pattern: "ˌcor-po-ˈra-tion". Tip: Focus on the distinct stresses and syllables for each word.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some may mispronounce the "o" in "corporate" as in "hot", instead of the correct sound as in "more". This leads to a less accurate pronunciation: "ˈkɔːr-por-ate" (UK) vs. "ˈkɔr-por-ate" (US). Tip: Pay attention to the vowel sounds to improve clarity.