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intricacy
Definition:
(nou) marked by elaborately complex detail
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈɪntrɪkəsi
Examples:
Classification of the glucosides is a matter of some intricacy.
Can you see the intricacy of the cloak of the Statue of Freedom
The adventurous and epic exist in perfect tandem with restraint and intricacy.
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Common mistakes of intricacy pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the first syllable, saying "IN-tricacy" instead of the correct "in-TRI-ca-cy" (ˈɪn.trɪ.kə.si in US, ɪnˈtrɪk.ə.si in UK). Tip: Remember that the second syllable carries the primary stress.
- Overemphasizing vowels: Some speakers pronounce "intricacy" with overly long vowels, making it sound unnatural. The correct vowel sounds are shorter: "i" as in "it" and "a" as in "sofa". Tip: Practice with quick, clear vowel sounds.
- Dropping syllables: A common mistake is omitting the second syllable, saying "IN-tri-cy" instead of "in-TRI-ca-cy". This can lead to confusion. Tip: Ensure you pronounce all four syllables distinctly.
- Confusing "c" sounds: Learners sometimes mispronounce the "c" in "intricacy" as a hard "k" sound, saying "in-tri-kacy". The correct pronunciation has a soft "c" as in "city". Tip: Focus on the soft "c" to maintain clarity.
- Incorrectly blending sounds: Some may merge sounds in "intricacy", making it sound like "intrikacy". This is inaccurate and can alter meaning. Tip: Break the word into syllables to practice clear articulation.