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genealogy

Definition:

(nou) successive generations of kin (nou) the study or investigation of ancestry and family history

Phonetic Transcription:

ˌdʒiːnɪˈælədʒi

Examples:

The Wikipedia is not in the genealogy business.

The earliest records mention the genealogy.

The following is the genealogy of the current company.

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Common mistakes of genealogy pronunciation

Misplacing the stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "ge-NE-alogy" instead of the correct "GE-ne-alogy" (/ˌdʒiːˈniː.əl.ə.dʒi/ in US, /ˌdʒiː.niˈæl.ə.dʒi/ in UK). Tip: Focus on the first syllable for correct stress.
Ignoring the "g" sound: Some might pronounce "genealogy" starting with a soft "j" sound, like "jean-ealogy." The correct pronunciation begins with a hard "g" sound, as in "go." Tip: Remember the "g" is pronounced as /dʒ/.
Overemphasizing the "e": Learners often stress the "e" in the second syllable, leading to "ge-ne-AH-lo-gy." The correct pronunciation has a lighter "e" sound, as in "met." Tip: Keep the second syllable quick and light.
Mispronouncing the "o": Some may pronounce the "o" in "genealogy" like "o" in "go," resulting in "gene-al-OH-gy." The correct sound is more neutral, similar to "uh." Tip: Use a schwa sound /ə/ for the "o" to sound natural.
Skipping the "y": Occasionally, learners drop the "y" at the end, saying "genealogy" as "genealog." The "y" is essential for correct pronunciation. Tip: Always include the "y" sound at the end, pronounced as /dʒi/.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "genealogy"?

The pronunciation of "genealogy" is /ˌdʒiː.niˈæl.ə.dʒi/ in both American and British English. The primary stress is on the "al" syllable, which makes it sound like "jee-nee-AL-uh-jee."

What are the syllables in "genealogy"?

"Genealogy" has five syllables: "ge-ne-al-o-gy." When breaking it down, you can stress the third syllable, "al," to help with clarity.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "genealogy"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress, often saying "ge-NE-al-o-gy" instead of "ge-ne-AL-o-gy." This can lead to confusion, so focusing on the correct syllable stress is important.

Is there a casual way to say "genealogy"?

In casual conversation, some may shorten "genealogy" to "genalogy" (/dʒɪˈnæl.ə.dʒi/), dropping the "e" sound in the first syllable. However, it's best to use the full pronunciation to avoid misunderstandings.