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economics
Definition:
(nou) the branch of social science that deals with the production and distribution and consumption of goods and services and their management
Phonetic Transcription:
ˌiːkəˈnɒmɪks
Examples:
That's just the economics of the situation.
The man is the expert in economics.
The second piece is the economics.
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Common mistakes of economics pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, pronouncing it as "e-ˌkɒn-ˈɒ-mɪks" (UK) or "e-ˌkɑː-ˈnɑː-mɪks" (US). The correct stress is on the third syllable. Tip: Emphasize "nom" as in "eco-ˈnomic".
- Vowel sounds: Some pronounce "eco" as "ee-koh" instead of "eh-koh". This leads to a mispronunciation of "economics" as "ee-koh-ˈnɒ-mɪks". Tip: Use the short "e" sound in "eco" for accuracy.
- Final "s" sound: A common mistake is to pronounce the final "s" as a "z" sound, saying "eco-ˈnɒ-mɪkz". The correct pronunciation ends with a clear "s" sound. Tip: Ensure the last syllable sounds like "icks" not "iz".
- Missing syllables: Some speakers may drop the second syllable, saying "e-ˈkɒ-mɪks". This can make "economics" sound incomplete. Tip: Practice saying all four syllables clearly: "e-co-nom-ics".
- Inconsistent vowel pronunciation: People might vary the pronunciation of "o" in "nom" between "ɒ" and "ɑː". This inconsistency can lead to confusion. Tip: Stick with the standard "ɒ" for UK and "ɑː" for US to maintain clarity.