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funny
Definition:
(nou) an account of an amusing incident (usually with a punch line)
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈfʌni
Examples:
I like people who are funny and waggish.
The above rationalization is funny.
The text is hilarious and funny.
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Common mistakes of funny pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "fun-ny" as /ˈfʌn.i/. This is incorrect; the stress is on the first syllable: /ˈfʌn.i/. Tip: Always emphasize the "fun" part.
- Incorrect vowel sound: Some pronounce "funny" with an /æ/ sound, saying /ˈfæni/. This is not standard. The correct vowel is /ʌ/, as in /ˈfʌni/. Tip: Focus on the "u" sounding like "uh" in "fun".
- Overemphasizing the "n": A common mistake is to over-pronounce the "n" sound, resulting in /ˈfʌn.ni/. The correct pronunciation has a single "n": /ˈfʌni/. Tip: Keep the "n" soft and avoid doubling it.
- Dropping the "y" sound: Some speakers omit the final "y" sound, saying /ˈfʌn/. This makes the word incomplete. The correct pronunciation includes the "y": /ˈfʌni/. Tip: Ensure you finish with the "ee" sound at the end.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners sometimes confuse "funny" with "fun" or "funnily," leading to mispronunciation. "Funny" is /ˈfʌni/, while "fun" is /fʌn/. Tip: Practice saying each word distinctly to avoid confusion.