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innuendo
Definition:
(nou) an indirect (and usually malicious) implication
Phonetic Transcription:
ˌɪnjuːˈendəʊ
Examples:
In fact, the innuendo is flimsy at best.
The insinuation and innuendo are getting tiresome.
The content was full of innuendo and personal attacks.
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Common mistakes of innuendo pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "in-nu-'en-do". The correct stress is on the third syllable: "in-nu-'en-do" (US: /ˌɪn.juˈɛn.doʊ/, UK: /ˌɪn.juˈɛn.dəʊ/). Tip: Focus on emphasizing "en" instead of "nu".
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some learners pronounce the "i" in "innuendo" as a long "ee" sound, leading to "ee-nu-end-o". The correct sound is a short "ih" as in "in" (US: /ˌɪn.juˈɛn.doʊ/, UK: /ˌɪn.juˈɛn.dəʊ/). Tip: Practice saying "in" to get the right vowel sound.
- Overemphasizing the "u": A common mistake is to heavily stress the "u" in "innuendo", resulting in "in-'NU-en-do". The "u" should be softer, almost blending into the following syllable. Tip: Keep the "u" light and focus on "en".
- Dropping the "do": Some speakers may drop the final "do" sound, saying "innuend" instead of "innuendo". This changes the word's meaning and clarity. Tip: Always finish with a clear "do" sound to maintain the word's integrity.
- Lengthening the final syllable: Learners sometimes extend the last syllable, saying "in-nu-en-'DOO". The correct pronunciation has a short final syllable: "do" (US: /ˌɪn.juˈɛn.doʊ/, UK: /ˌɪn.juˈɛn.dəʊ/). Tip: Keep "do" concise and brisk.