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machiavellian

Definition:

(nou) a follower of Machiavelli's principles

Phonetic Transcription:

ˌmækɪəˈvelɪən

Examples:

I do worry about the machiavellian overtones really.

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Common mistakes of machiavellian pronunciation

Stress placement: Many people place stress incorrectly on the second syllable instead of the third. The correct pronunciation is /ˌmæk.i.əˈvɛl.i.ən/ in US English and /ˌmæk.ɪ.əˈvɛl.i.ən/ in UK English. Tip: Remember to emphasize the "vel" in "machiavellian."
Vowel sounds: Some learners mispronounce the "ch" sound as "k." The correct sound is /tʃ/, as in "chocolate." Tip: Practice saying "ch" in "machiavellian" to get used to the correct pronunciation.
Syllable count: A common mistake is to reduce the number of syllables, saying "machiavellian" as if it has only four. The correct syllable count is five. Tip: Break it down: "ma-chi-a-vel-li-an" to ensure you pronounce all syllables.
Ending sound: Some speakers drop the final "an" sound, making it sound incomplete. The correct pronunciation ends with /ən/. Tip: Make sure to clearly articulate the "an" at the end of "machiavellian."
Overemphasis on "a": Learners often stress the first "a" too much, leading to an unnatural sound. The first "a" should be softer. Tip: Keep the first syllable light, focusing more on the "vel" in "machiavellian."

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How do you pronounce "machiavellian" in American English?

In American English, "machiavellian" is pronounced as /ˌmɑːkiəˈvɛliən/. The stress is on the fourth syllable, "vel," which makes it sound like "mah-kee-uh-VEL-ee-uhn."

What is the British pronunciation of "machiavellian"?

In British English, "machiavellian" is pronounced the same way: /ˌmækɪəˈvɛliən/. The primary stress is still on the "vel" syllable, sounding like "mak-ee-uh-VEL-ee-uhn."

How many syllables are in the word "machiavellian"?

The word "machiavellian" has six syllables: "ma-chi-a-vel-li-an." Each syllable is pronounced clearly, which helps in understanding its rhythm.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "machiavellian"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress, often saying "ma-chi-a-VEL-li-an" instead of the correct "ma-chi-a-"VEL"-li-an." Remember to emphasize the fourth syllable for accurate pronunciation.