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iniquity
Definition:
(nou) absence of moral or spiritual values (nou) morally objectionable behavior (nou) an unjust act
Phonetic Transcription:
ɪˈnɪkwɪti
Examples:
She is full of lechery and iniquity.
Nevertheless, the denizens of Harlem continue with their iniquity.
He published a pamphlet on the iniquity of the slave trade.
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Common mistakes of iniquity pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "i-ˈni-kwə-tee". The correct stress is on the third syllable: "i-ˈnɪk-wɪ-tee". Tip: Practice saying "in-ˈI-kwə-tee" to emphasize the right syllable.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some learners pronounce the first syllable as "i" in "bit" instead of "i" in "ski". The correct pronunciation is "i" as in "ski": "i-ˈnɪk-wɪ-tee". Tip: Focus on elongating the "i" sound for clarity.
- Skipping syllables: It's common to drop the second syllable, saying "in-ˈkwit-ee". Each syllable is important for clarity, so pronounce all four: "i-ˈnɪk-wɪ-tee". Tip: Break the word down into syllables when practicing.
- Mispronouncing "q": Some may pronounce "q" as a hard "k" sound, saying "in-ˈkwi-tee". The correct sound is softer: "kw" as in "quick". Tip: Think of the "qu" in "queen" to guide your pronunciation.
- Confusing with similar words: "iniquity" can be confused with "inequity", which has a different meaning. Ensure you differentiate them by focusing on the "i-ˈnɪk-wɪ-tee" sound. Tip: Use them in sentences to reinforce the differences.