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fairy

Definition:

(nou) a small being, human in form, playful and having magical powers (nou) offensive term for an openly homosexual man

Phonetic Transcription:

ˈfeəri

Examples:

Sylphs appear on fairy tales.

Children love to hear fairy tales.

These illusions are also implicit in the tales of fairy ointment.

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Common mistakes of fairy pronunciation

Misplacing the stress: Some learners stress the wrong syllable, saying "FAIR-y" instead of the correct "fair-y" (ˈfɛəri in UK, ˈfɛri in US). Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable.
Overemphasizing the "r": Many pronounce "fairy" with a strong "r" sound, leading to "faIr-y." The correct pronunciation is "fairy" (ˈfɛəri in UK, ˈfɛri in US) with a softer "r." Tip: Focus on a smooth transition between the vowels and the "r."
Shortening the vowel sound: Some speakers may shorten the vowel, saying "fery" instead of "fairy." The correct vowel sound is a diphthong (ˈfɛəri in UK, ˈfɛri in US). Tip: Practice elongating the vowel sound to maintain clarity.
Ignoring the final "y": Learners might drop the "y" sound, pronouncing it as "fair." The full pronunciation includes the "y" sound at the end, making it "fairy" (ˈfɛəri in UK, ˈfɛri in US). Tip: Emphasize the "y" to complete the word.
Confusing with similar words: Some confuse "fairy" with "ferry," leading to mispronunciation. "Fairy" has a distinct diphthong (ˈfɛəri in UK, ˈfɛri in US). Tip: Pay attention to the vowel sounds to differentiate between these words.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "fairy" in American English?

In American English, "fairy" is pronounced as /ˈfɛri/. The stress is on the first syllable, and the vowel sound in the first syllable is similar to "air."

What is the British pronunciation of "fairy"?

In British English, "fairy" is also pronounced as /ˈfɛəri/. The primary stress is still on the first syllable, but the vowel sound in the second syllable is pronounced with a clearer "ə" sound, making it slightly longer.

Does "fairy" have any silent letters?

No, "fairy" does not have any silent letters. Each letter is pronounced, making it straightforward to say.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "fairy"?

A common mistake is to misplace the stress or to pronounce it with a long "a" sound, saying it like "ferry." Remember, the correct pronunciation is /ˈfɛri/, with the short "e" sound.