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intimacy
Definition:
(nou) close or warm friendship (nou) a usually secretive or illicit sexual relationship (nou) a feeling of being intimate and belonging together
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈɪntɪməsi
Examples:
Consider also the transformation of intimacy.
It allowed more intimacy to the process.
The purpose of the gathering was to have intimacy.
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Common mistakes of intimacy pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners put stress on the second syllable, saying "in-ˈti-macy". This is incorrect. The primary stress is on the first syllable: "ˈɪn.tɪ.mə.si". Tip: Focus on emphasizing the "in" for correct pronunciation.
- Overemphasizing vowels: A common mistake is to stretch the vowels, making "intimacy" sound overly drawn out. In IPA, it should be pronounced as "ˈɪn.tɪ.mə.si", with a quick transition between syllables. Tip: Practice saying the word smoothly without elongating the vowels.
- Ignoring the schwa sound: Many pronounce the third syllable as "ma" instead of the correct schwa sound "mə". The correct pronunciation is "ˈɪn.tɪ.mə.si". Tip: Remember that the schwa is a quick, neutral sound, often represented by "ə".
- Confusing "intimacy" with "intimate": Some learners mix up the pronunciation with the adjective "intimate", which has a different stress pattern. "Intimacy" is "ˈɪn.tɪ.mə.si", while "intimate" is "ˈɪn.tɪ.mət". Tip: Practice both words separately to avoid confusion.
- Neglecting the final "y" sound: Some speakers omit the "y" sound at the end, pronouncing it as "ˈɪn.tɪ.mə". The correct form includes the "y": "ˈɪn.tɪ.mə.si". Tip: Ensure you articulate the final syllable clearly to complete the word.