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curriculum

Definition:

(nou) an integrated course of academic studies

Phonetic Transcription:

kəˈrɪkjʊləm

Examples:

Part of the curriculum is the sacramental program.

The Curriculum Committee works on the curriculum of the school.

The curriculum is focused on the pupil.

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Common mistakes of curriculum pronunciation

Misplacing the stress: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "cu-RIC-u-lum" /kəˈrɪk.jə.ləm/. Tip: Remember to stress the first syllable: "CUR-riculum" /ˈkɜːr.ɪk.jə.ləm/ in UK English.
Ignoring the "u" sound: A common mistake is to pronounce "curriculum" as "curriclum" /ˈkɜr.ɪk.ləm/, skipping the "u". Tip: Ensure you pronounce the "u" clearly as /jə/ in the third syllable.
Overemphasizing the "r": Some speakers overly emphasize the "r" in "curriculum", leading to "curricular" /kəˈrɪk.jə.lər/. Tip: Keep the "r" sound subtle and smooth to maintain clarity.
Mispronouncing the final syllable: Learners might say "curriculam" /kəˈrɪk.ləm/, dropping the "u" sound. Tip: Always include the "u" in the last syllable to pronounce it correctly as /jə/.
Confusing vowel sounds: Some may pronounce "curriculum" with an incorrect vowel sound, like "curriclum" /ˈkɜr.ɪk.ləm/. Tip: Pay attention to the "i" and "u" sounds, ensuring clarity in each syllable.

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How do you pronounce "curriculum" in American English?

In American English, "curriculum" is pronounced as /kəˈrɪk.jə.ləm/ with the primary stress on the second syllable "ric." The "u" is pronounced as a schwa sound, which is common in unstressed syllables.

What is the British pronunciation of "curriculum"?

In British English, "curriculum" is pronounced the same way as in American English, /kəˈrɪk.jə.ləm/. The stress remains on the second syllable, and the overall sound is quite similar.

How many syllables are in the word "curriculum"?

The word "curriculum" has four syllables: "cur," "ric," "u," and "lum." You can break it down as /kəˈrɪk.jə.ləm/ to help with pronunciation.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "curriculum"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress, often putting it on the first syllable instead of the second. Remember to emphasize "ric" to pronounce "curriculum" correctly.