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liability
Definition:
(nou) the state of being legally obliged and responsible (nou) an obligation to pay money to another party (nou) the quality of being something that holds you back
Phonetic Transcription:
ˌlaɪəˈbɪlɪti
Examples:
Vicarious liability is not just an opinion, it's the law.
The general rule in the criminal law is that there is no vicarious liability.
In principle, the tortious liability runs in parallel to liability in contract.
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Common mistakes of liability pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many learners stress the second syllable, saying "li-a-BIL-i-ty" /ˌlaɪəˈbɪlɪti/. This is incorrect. Tip: Remember to put the primary stress on the third syllable, "BIL".
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some might pronounce the first syllable as "lee" instead of "lai" /laɪ/. This can lead to confusion. Tip: Practice saying "lie" to get the right vowel sound in "liability".
- Overpronouncing "li": A common mistake is to overemphasize the "li" as "lee" /li/. This can make the word sound unnatural. Tip: Keep "li" short and blend it smoothly into the next syllable.
- Neglecting the "b": Some speakers may drop the "b" sound, saying "li-a-ility" /ˌlaɪəˈɪlɪti/. This can change the word's meaning. Tip: Ensure you clearly articulate the "b" in "liability".
- Confusing the ending: Learners sometimes say "liability" with an incorrect final syllable, like "liabilitee" /ˌlaɪəˈbɪlɪti/. This is not standard. Tip: Focus on the correct ending "-ity" to maintain clarity in pronunciation.