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efficacy
Definition:
(nou) capacity or power to produce a desired effect
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈefɪkəsi
Examples:
Lubricity determines the efficacy of the process.
The efficacy of the treatment can be disputed.
He believed profoundly in the efficacy of prayer.
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Common mistakes of efficacy pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "ef-FI-ca-cy". The correct pronunciation is "EF-fi-ca-cy" with primary stress on the first syllable (ˈɛfɪkəsi). Tip: Remember that the first syllable is the most important part to emphasize.
- Vowel sound confusion: Some learners pronounce "efficacy" with a long "i" sound, saying "ef-i-CA-cy". This is incorrect; the second syllable should have a short "i" sound (ˈɛfɪkəsi). Tip: Focus on keeping the vowel sound short in the second syllable.
- Ending sound mispronunciation: A common mistake is to pronounce the last syllable as "cy" with a long "e" sound, like "see". The correct pronunciation ends with a short "i" sound, as in "efficacy" (ˈɛfɪkəsi). Tip: Practice saying the last syllable quickly to avoid elongation.
- Omitting syllables: Some speakers drop the last syllable altogether, saying "ef-fi-ca". This makes the word incomplete. The full pronunciation includes all three syllables: "efficacy" (ˈɛfɪkəsi). Tip: Break the word into three parts to ensure you pronounce each syllable clearly.
- Regional differences: In the UK, some may pronounce "efficacy" with a slightly different vowel sound, as in "ˈɛfɪkəsi" versus the US pronunciation. Be aware of these subtle differences. Tip: Listen to both US and UK pronunciations to get familiar with the variations.