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keynesian
Definition:
(nou) a follower of the economic theories of John Maynard Keynes
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Common mistakes of keynesian pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "key-NE-sian" instead of the correct "KEY-ne-sian" (ˈkeɪnziən). Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable.
- Incorrect vowel sound: Many pronounce the first syllable as "kee" instead of "kay," leading to "KEE-nesian." The correct pronunciation is "KEY-ne-sian" (ˈkeɪnziən). Tip: Focus on the "ay" sound in "key" to get it right.
- Omitting the middle syllable: Some may say "keynesian" as "key-sian," dropping the "ne" sound. The full pronunciation is "KEY-ne-sian" (ˈkeɪnziən). Tip: Practice saying the word slowly to emphasize all syllables.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners sometimes mix "keynesian" with "kinesian," which alters the meaning. "Keynesian" refers to the economic theory by John Maynard Keynes. Tip: Familiarize yourself with the context of "keynesian" to avoid confusion.
- Mispronouncing the "sian" ending: Some may pronounce it as "shun," resulting in "KEY-nee-shun." The correct ending is "sian" as in "KEY-ne-sian" (ˈkeɪnziən). Tip: Practice the word in context to reinforce the correct pronunciation.