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facsimile
Definition:
(nou) an exact copy or reproduction (nou) duplicator that transmits the copy by wire or radio
Phonetic Transcription:
fækˈsɪməli
Examples:
The weapon turned out to be a facsimile copy of a popular model handgun.
I've never seen the original facsimile of the publication.
The British Library published a facsimile of the Psalter in 2006.
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Common mistakes of facsimile pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many people incorrectly place the stress on the second syllable, saying "fac-SIM-ile" instead of the correct "FAC-sim-ile" /ˈfæk.sɪ.mə.li/. Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable.
- Overemphasizing the "i": Some learners pronounce the "i" in "facsimile" too strongly, making it sound like "fac-sim-ILE" instead of the correct "fac-sim-ile" /ˈfæk.sɪ.mə.li/. Tip: Keep the "i" subtle and short.
- Ignoring the schwa sound: The final "e" in "facsimile" is often neglected, leading to mispronunciations like "fac-sim-ly". The correct pronunciation includes the schwa /ˈfæk.sɪ.mə.li/. Tip: Practice the soft "ə" sound at the end.
- Confusing vowel sounds: Some speakers confuse the "a" in "facsimile" with an "e," pronouncing it as "fecsimile." The correct sound is /æ/, as in "cat" /ˈfæk.sɪ.mə.li/. Tip: Focus on the short "a" sound to avoid this mistake.
- Rushing through syllables: When speaking quickly, some may slur the syllables together, making "facsimile" sound like one long word. The correct pronunciation is clearly divided into three syllables /ˈfæk.sɪ.mə.li/. Tip: Slow down and articulate each syllable distinctly.