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fallacy
Definition:
(nou) a misconception resulting from incorrect reasoning
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈfæləsi
Examples:
The existential fallacy is a syllogistic fallacy.
The 'furtive fallacy' is an informal fallacy of emphasis.
The fallacy of four terms is a syllogistic fallacy.
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Common mistakes of fallacy pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying /ˈfæl.ə.si/ instead of /ˈfæl.ə.si/. Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable, "fal".
- Vowel confusion: Some may pronounce "a" in "fallacy" as a long vowel, resulting in /feɪ.lə.si/. This is incorrect. Tip: Use the short "a" sound /æ/ as in "cat" for clarity.
- Overemphasizing the "c": It's common to pronounce the "c" in "fallacy" as /k/, leading to /ˈfæl.ə.ki/. Tip: The "c" should sound like /s/, as in "see", to maintain the correct pronunciation.
- Neglecting the schwa: Some speakers might not pronounce the schwa in the second syllable, saying /ˈfæl.əs.i/. Tip: Ensure you include the schwa sound /ə/ to keep the rhythm of "fallacy" natural.
- Incorrect final syllable stress: A frequent mistake is stressing the last syllable, saying /ˈfæl.ə.si/. Tip: Keep the stress on the first syllable to avoid sounding unnatural.