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How to pronounce:
crazy
Definition:
(nou) someone deranged and possibly dangerous
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈkreɪzi
Examples:
The people are crazy for money.
It is a crazy idea and it is chimerical.
It's a crazy idea and it is chimerical.
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Common mistakes of crazy pronunciation
- Misplacing vowel sounds: Some learners pronounce "crazy" with a long "a" sound, as in /ˈkreɪ.zi/. In UK English, it's /ˈkreɪ.zi/, but in US English, it's often pronounced with a more relaxed vowel sound. Tip: Focus on the short "a" sound before the "zy."
- Ignoring the "z" sound: Many mistakenly pronounce "crazy" as "cray-ee" by separating the "z" and "y." The correct pronunciation includes a smooth transition between the "z" and "y" sounds. Tip: Practice saying "crazy" quickly to connect the sounds.
- Stressing the wrong syllable: Some speakers incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "cra-ZY." The correct stress is on the first syllable, as in "CRAY-zy." Tip: Emphasize the "CRAY" part when pronouncing "crazy."
- Overemphasizing the "y": Learners may pronounce "crazy" with an exaggerated "y" sound, making it sound like "crazy-ee." The "y" should be softer and blend into the "zy." Tip: Say "crazy" fluidly, allowing the "y" to be subtle.
- Confusing with similar words: Some confuse "crazy" with "craze" by dropping the "y" sound entirely. "Crazy" ends with a "zy" sound, while "craze" does not. Tip: Remember that "crazy" has two syllables, while "craze" has only one.