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malice
Definition:
(nou) feeling a need to see others suffer (nou) the quality of threatening evil
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈmælɪs
Examples:
The malice of the it was undisguised.
It is clear that the writer is impelled by malice.
The children joggle without malice.
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Common mistakes of malice pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some may incorrectly stress the second syllable, pronouncing it as "ma-LICE" /məˈlaɪs/. Tip: Remember to stress the first syllable, saying "MAL-ice" /ˈmæl.ɪs/.
- Incorrect vowel sound: A common mistake is pronouncing the first syllable with a long "a" sound, like "may". This results in "may-lice" /meɪˈlaɪs/. Tip: Use a short "a" sound, as in "cat", to say "malice" correctly.
- Omitting the second syllable: Some speakers may say "mal" /mæl/ instead of "malice" /ˈmæl.ɪs/. Tip: Always include both syllables to convey the full meaning of the word.
- Overemphasizing the "l": People sometimes pronounce it as "mal-lice" /ˈmæl.lɪs/, giving too much emphasis to the "l". Tip: Keep the "l" sound subtle and smooth, focusing on the overall flow of "malice".
- Confusing with similar words: Some may confuse "malice" with "mallet" or "malice" with "malicious". This can lead to incorrect pronunciation. Tip: Familiarize yourself with the distinct sounds and meanings to avoid confusion.