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How to pronounce:
facetious
Phonetic Transcription:
fəˈsiːʃəs
Examples:
The guy was being facetious.
The students in this class are facetious.
This article was meant to be facetious.
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Common mistakes of facetious pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "fa-ˈce-tious". Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the third syllable: "fə-ˈsiː-ʃəs".
- Overemphasizing vowels: Pronouncing "facetious" with overly long vowel sounds can lead to confusion. Tip: Keep the vowels short and crisp, especially in the unstressed syllables: "fə-ˈsiː-ʃəs".
- Ignoring the "c" sound: Some people pronounce "facetious" without the "c" sound, saying "fa-ˈe-tious". Tip: Ensure to articulate the "c" clearly, as it is essential for the correct pronunciation: "fə-ˈsiː-ʃəs".
- Mispronouncing the ending: A common mistake is pronouncing the ending as "shus" instead of "ʃəs". Tip: Focus on the correct ending sound: "facetious" should end with a soft "shəs".
- Confusing with similar words: Learners often mix up "facetious" with "facetiousness" or other similar words. Tip: Practice saying "facetious" in isolation to build confidence and clarity: "fə-ˈsiː-ʃəs".