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deficiency

Definition:

(nou) the state of needing something that is absent or unavailable (nou) lack of an adequate quantity or number

Phonetic Transcription:

dɪˈfɪʃnsi

Examples:

Instead, the government pays the deficiency to the lender.

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Common mistakes of deficiency pronunciation

Stress placement: Some learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "de-FI-cien-cy" instead of the correct "de-FI-cien-cy" (ˌdɪˈfɪʃənsi). Tip: Remember to emphasize the "FI" syllable.
Vowel sound confusion: Mispronouncing the "e" in the first syllable can lead to saying "dif" instead of "de". The correct pronunciation is "de" (dɪ). Tip: Practice saying "de" as in "defend" to get it right.
Syllable omission: Some may drop the "i" in the third syllable, resulting in "defensy" instead of "deficiency". The full pronunciation is "de-FI-cien-cy" (ˌdɪˈfɪʃənsi). Tip: Clearly articulate each syllable when speaking.
Ending sound: It's common to mispronounce the ending, saying "deficiency" as "deficien-see". The correct ending is "cy" (si). Tip: Focus on the "cy" sound to maintain clarity.
Overemphasis on consonants: Some may overemphasize the "c" in "deficiency", leading to a harsh sound. The correct pronunciation has a softer "c" sound. Tip: Practice saying "deficiency" smoothly to avoid harshness.

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How do you pronounce "deficiency" in American English?

In American English, "deficiency" is pronounced as /dɪˈfɪʃ.ən.si/. The primary stress is on the second syllable, "fɪsh," which sounds like "fish."

What is the British pronunciation of "deficiency"?

In British English, "deficiency" is pronounced the same way as in American English: /dɪˈfɪʃ.ən.si/. The stress remains on the second syllable, keeping the pronunciation consistent across both dialects.

How many syllables are in the word "deficiency"?

The word "deficiency" has five syllables: de-fic-i-en-cy. Each syllable is pronounced clearly, which helps in understanding and speaking the word correctly.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "deficiency"?

A common mistake is to misplace the stress, saying "de-FI-cien-cy" instead of "de-FI-ciency." Remember to emphasize the "fic" syllable to ensure accurate pronunciation.