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faeces

Definition:

(nou) solid excretory product evacuated from the bowels

Phonetic Transcription:

ˈfiːˌsiz

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Common mistakes of faeces pronunciation

Misplacing stress: Some learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "fae-CES." The correct pronunciation is "ˈfiː.siːz" in UK and "ˈfiː.sɪs" in US. Tip: Focus on the first syllable for proper stress.
Vowel confusion: People often mispronounce the first vowel, saying "fae" instead of "fee." This leads to "fae-ces." The correct sound is /iː/ as in "see." Tip: Practice with "see" to master the vowel sound.
Incorrect final sound: Some may pronounce "faeces" as ending with a hard "s" sound, like "faeces." The correct pronunciation ends with a soft "s" sound, "siːz" in UK and "sɪs" in US. Tip: Listen to native speakers to hear the difference.
Skipping the second syllable: A common mistake is to pronounce it as "faes" or "faec." The full pronunciation is "ˈfiː.siːz" in UK and "ˈfiː.sɪs" in US. Tip: Break the word into syllables to ensure clarity.
Overemphasizing the "c": Some learners mistakenly emphasize the "c," saying "fae-CEES." The correct pronunciation has a softer "c" sound, as in "siːz" or "sɪs." Tip: Remember, the "c" is less important than the "s" sound.

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How do you pronounce "faeces" correctly?

In British English, "faeces" is pronounced as /ˈfiː.siːz/ with the primary stress on the first syllable. In American English, it is often pronounced the same way, but "feces" is the more common spelling.

What are the syllables in the word "faeces"?

The word "faeces" has two syllables: "fae" and "ces." You can break it down as /ˈfiː/ and /siːz/, emphasizing the first part.

Is there a schwa sound in "faeces"?

No, there is no schwa sound in "faeces." Both syllables are pronounced clearly without any reduction, making it distinct and easy to say.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "faeces"?

One common mistake is misplacing the stress, pronouncing it as /fəˈsiːz/ instead of /ˈfiː.siːz/. Remember to stress the first syllable to pronounce it correctly.