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failure
Definition:
(nou) an act that fails (nou) an event that does not accomplish its intended purpose (nou) lack of success (nou) a person with a record of failing; someone who loses consistently (nou) an unexpected omission (nou) inability to discharge all your debts as they come due (nou) loss of ability to function normally
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈfeɪljə
Examples:
The bankers attributed the failure to bad management.
The man was blamed for the failure of work.
It was to be a scapegoat for the failure.
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Common mistakes of failure pronunciation
- Dropping the "u": Some learners pronounce "failure" as /ˈfeɪlɪr/, omitting the "u" sound. This makes the word sound incomplete. Tip: Remember to pronounce the "u" as /j/ to maintain the full sound of "failure".
- Misplacing stress: A common error is stressing the second syllable, saying "fail-URE" instead of "FAIL-ure" /ˈfeɪljər/ (US) or /ˈfeɪljʊə/ (UK). This can change the word's clarity. Tip: Focus on stressing the first syllable for correct pronunciation.
- Overemphasizing the "i": Some may pronounce "failure" with an exaggerated "i" sound, resulting in /ˈfeɪlɪjʊr/. This is not standard. Tip: Keep the "i" short and subtle to avoid confusion.
- Confusing vowel sounds: Learners sometimes mix up the vowel sounds, pronouncing "failure" as /ˈfæljər/. This is incorrect. Tip: Use the correct long "a" sound /eɪ/ to ensure accurate pronunciation.
- Ignoring the "r" sound: A frequent mistake is not pronouncing the "r" at the end, saying /ˈfeɪljə/ instead of /ˈfeɪljər/. This can lead to misunderstanding. Tip: Make sure to articulate the "r" clearly to complete the word.