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gratuity
Definition:
(nou) a relatively small amount of money given for services rendered (as by a waiter) (nou) an award (as for meritorious service) given without claim or obligation
Phonetic Transcription:
ɡrəˈtjuːɪti
Examples:
It specifies that the tip it is talking about is a gratuity in parentheses.
Even tipped him on top of the 17 percent gratuity, they add to every charge.
The manager refused to take the gratuity.
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Common mistakes of gratuity pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "gra-'TU-i-ty". The correct stress is on the second syllable in both US and UK pronunciations: /ɡrəˈtuː.ɪ.ti/. Tip: Remember to emphasize the "tu" part.
- Omitting the schwa: Some learners skip the schwa sound in the first syllable, pronouncing it as "GRA-tuity". The correct pronunciation includes a schwa: /ɡrəˈtuː.ɪ.ti/. Tip: Practice saying "grə" to get the soft sound right.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: A common mistake is mispronouncing the "u" in "gratuity" as a short "u" sound, like in "cup". The correct sound is a long "u": /ɡrəˈtuː.ɪ.ti/. Tip: Focus on stretching the "u" sound when you say it.
- Skipping the final "ity": Some people pronounce it as "gratu-'ity", dropping the last syllable. The full pronunciation is essential: /ɡrəˈtuː.ɪ.ti/. Tip: Make sure to clearly articulate the "ity" to complete the word.
- Mispronouncing "t": A frequent error is pronouncing the "t" in "gratuity" too softly, sounding like "gratuity" with a "d" sound. The "t" should be clear: /ɡrəˈtuː.ɪ.ti/. Tip: Practice saying "t" firmly to ensure clarity.