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covetous
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈkʌvɪtəs
Examples:
It is not poverty that causes sorrow, but covetous desires.
The poem demonstrates the covetous desire of a man.
I'm covetous of one of those, too.
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Common mistakes of covetous pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "cov-ˈet-ous". The correct pronunciation places the primary stress on the first syllable: "ˈkʌv.ɪ.təs". Tip: Focus on emphasizing the first syllable to sound more natural.
- Vowel sound confusion: Some might pronounce "covetous" with a long "o" sound, like "ˈkoʊ.və.təs". However, the correct vowel sound is short, as in "kʌv". Tip: Practice the short "u" sound to avoid confusion.
- Syllable omission: It's common to drop the middle syllable, leading to "ˈkʌv.təs". This version misses the important "i" sound. The correct pronunciation includes all syllables: "ˈkʌv.ɪ.təs". Tip: Be mindful of each syllable when speaking.
- Mispronouncing the final "t": Some may pronounce "covetous" without clearly articulating the "t", resulting in "ˈkʌv.ɪs". The final "t" should be pronounced distinctly. Tip: Practice saying the word slowly, ensuring you pronounce each sound clearly.
- Regional variations: In some regions, "covetous" might be pronounced with a different vowel sound in the first syllable, such as "ˈkɔv.ɪ.təs". However, the standard US pronunciation is "ˈkʌv.ɪ.təs". Tip: Listen to native speakers from different areas for better understanding.