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faculty
Definition:
(nou) one of the inherent cognitive or perceptual powers of the mind (nou) the body of teachers and administrators at a school
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈfæklti
Examples:
The faculty refused the demands.
The faculty was dissolved with the foundation.
One of the hallmarks of the faculty is their faith.
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Common mistakes of faculty pronunciation
- Stress misplacement: Some learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable as "fac-ˈul-ty". The correct stress is on the first syllable: "ˈfak-əl-ti". Tip: Remember to emphasize the "fac" when saying "faculty".
- Vowel confusion: The "a" in "faculty" can be mispronounced as "æ" (as in "cat") instead of the correct "æ" (as in "father"). Tip: Practice saying "fa" with an "ah" sound to ensure clarity.
- Silent "u": Some may pronounce the "u" in "faculty" too strongly, making it sound like "fa-ˈkuːl-ti". The "u" is subtle and should not be stressed. Tip: Focus on a quick, soft "u" sound when saying "faculty".
- Ending sound issues: Learners might drop the "t" sound, saying "facul-ee" instead of "facul-ti". This can lead to misunderstandings. Tip: Make sure to clearly pronounce the "t" at the end of "faculty".
- Overemphasis on syllables: Some people may overemphasize each syllable, resulting in a choppy pronunciation: "fa-cul-ti". The correct pronunciation is smoother: "ˈfak-əl-ti". Tip: Practice saying the word fluidly to connect the syllables naturally.