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fiancee

Definition:

(nou) a woman who is engaged to be married

Phonetic Transcription:

fiˈɒnseɪ

Examples:

The cake was made by the fiancee.

The man will marry his fiancee.

Matt Davis is the fiancee of Sunita Alahan.

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Common mistakes of fiancee pronunciation

Misplacing stress: Some learners incorrectly stress the first syllable, pronouncing it as "FI-an-see" instead of the correct "fi-an-ˈseɪ" (US) or "fi-an-ˈsiː" (UK). Tip: Focus on emphasizing the last syllable for accurate pronunciation.
Incorrect vowel sounds: Many people say "fiancee" with a short "e" sound, like "fi-an-ˈɛ" instead of "fi-an-ˈseɪ" (US) or "fi-an-ˈsiː" (UK). Tip: Practice the long "a" sound in the last syllable, as in "say."
Adding extra syllables: Some may pronounce "fiancee" as "fi-an-ˈsee-ee," making it sound longer than it is. The correct pronunciation has only three syllables: "fi-an-ˈseɪ" (US) or "fi-an-ˈsiː" (UK). Tip: Keep it concise; blend the last syllable smoothly.
Confusing with "fiance": A common mistake is mixing up "fiancee" with "fiance," leading to mispronunciation. "Fiance" is pronounced "fi-ˈɑːnseɪ" (US) or "fi-ˈɒnseɪ" (UK). Tip: Remember that "fiancee" has an extra "e" at the end, changing its meaning and sound.
Overemphasizing the "n": Some learners pronounce it as "fi-an-ˈsen" instead of the correct "fi-an-ˈseɪ" (US) or "fi-an-ˈsiː" (UK). Tip: Keep the "n" soft and focus on the vowel sounds for clarity.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "fiancee" in American English?

In American English, "fiancee" is pronounced as /ˌfiː.ɒnˈseɪ/. The stress is on the last syllable, which sounds like "say."

Is there a difference in the pronunciation of "fiancee" between American and British English?

Yes, in British English, "fiancee" is pronounced as /ˌfiː.ɒnˈsiː/. The primary stress remains on the last syllable, but the vowel sound changes slightly.

What are the syllables in the word "fiancee"?

The word "fiancee" has three syllables: "fi-an-cee." Each syllable is pronounced clearly, with the last syllable being the most emphasized.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "fiancee"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress, saying "fi-an-SEE" instead of "fi-an-SAY." Remember, the correct stress is on the last syllable in both American and British pronunciations.