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How to pronounce:
guilty
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈɡɪlti
Examples:
The event was unfortunately discovered and the guilty arrested.
He is found guilty and the judges determine that moral turpitude was involved.
The verdict was not guilty.
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Common mistakes of guilty pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners may stress the second syllable, saying "guil-'ty" instead of "'guil-ty". Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable, as shown in IPA: /ˈgɪlti/ (US) and /ˈgɪlti/ (UK).
- Overemphasizing the "u": People might pronounce "guilty" with a strong "u" sound, like "gwee-lty". Tip: Focus on the short "i" sound, represented by /ɪ/, to maintain the correct pronunciation.
- Skipping the "l" sound: Some may pronounce "guilty" as "gity", omitting the "l" entirely. Tip: Ensure you clearly articulate the "l" in the middle, as it is essential for the word's correct sound.
- Incorrect vowel sound: Learners might use an "e" sound instead of the short "i," saying "geel-ty". Tip: Practice the short "i" sound /ɪ/ to avoid confusion and ensure accurate pronunciation.
- Blending the syllables: Some individuals may run the syllables together, saying "guilty" as a single, rushed sound. Tip: Separate the syllables clearly; pronounce it as "guil" and "ty" to improve clarity.