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ignominious
Phonetic Transcription:
ˌɪɡnəˈmɪnɪəs
Examples:
Every ignominious retreat is humiliated.
It was an ignominious beginning.
An ignominious defeat of the strikers was the result.
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Common mistakes of ignominious pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable as in "ig-no-'min-i-ous". The correct stress is on the third syllable: /ˌɪg.nəˈmɪn.i.əs/ (US) and /ˌɪg.nəˈmɪn.i.əs/ (UK). Tip: Remember to emphasize the "min" part.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some may pronounce "ignominious" with an overly short "i" in the first syllable, sounding like "ig-no-'min-ee-us". The first vowel should be a clear /ɪ/. Tip: Focus on elongating the "i" sound to match the IPA.
- Overlooking the "g": A common mistake is to pronounce "ignominious" without the hard "g", as in "i-no-'min-i-ous". The "g" is essential and pronounced as /g/. Tip: Practice saying "ig" distinctly to avoid dropping the sound.
- Skipping the last syllable: Some speakers may shorten "ignominious" to "ig-nom-in-ous", omitting the final syllable. The full pronunciation includes all syllables: /ˌɪg.nəˈmɪn.i.əs/. Tip: Ensure you articulate the "ious" ending clearly.
- Mispronouncing "ious": The ending "ious" may be mispronounced as "ee-us" instead of /i.əs/. This mistake alters the word's flow and sound. Tip: Pay attention to the "i" and "ous" combination to maintain the correct pronunciation.