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monthly

Definition:

(nou) a periodical that is published every month (or 12 issues per year)

Phonetic Transcription:

ˈmʌnθli

Examples:

I changed to periodicity from weekly to monthly due to the low activity.

The album includes the songs from the singles released over the monthly period.

The real problem is the monthly update.

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time

period

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Common mistakes of monthly pronunciation

Misplacing stress: Many learners mistakenly stress the second syllable, saying "mon-THLY" /mʌnˈθli/. The correct stress is on the first syllable: "MONTH-ly" /ˈmʌnθli/. Tip: Practice saying "MONTH" louder than "ly."
Dropping the "t" sound: Some speakers omit the "t" in "monthly," pronouncing it as "mon-ly" /ˈmʌnli/. This can lead to confusion. Tip: Focus on clearly articulating the "t" to maintain clarity.
Confusing vowel sounds: The vowel in the first syllable is often mispronounced as /oʊ/ instead of /ʌ/, resulting in "moan-thly." The correct pronunciation is "MONTH-ly" /ˈmʌnθli/. Tip: Listen to native speakers to distinguish the vowel sounds.
Overemphasizing the "ly": Some learners give too much emphasis to the "ly," making it sound unnatural. The correct pronunciation is more balanced: "MONTH-ly" /ˈmʌnθli/. Tip: Practice saying the word smoothly without pausing between syllables.
Mispronouncing the "th" sound: The "th" in "monthly" is often mispronounced as /t/ or /d/, leading to "mun-tly" or "mun-dly." The correct sound is /θ/. Tip: Practice with words like "think" to master the "th" sound.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "monthly"?

The word "monthly" is pronounced as /ˈmʌnθli/ in both American and British English. The primary stress is on the first syllable, "month," which sounds like "mʌnθ," followed by the unstressed syllable "ly," pronounced as "li."

What is the syllable breakdown for "monthly"?

The word "monthly" has two syllables: "month" and "ly." The first syllable, "month," is stressed, while the second syllable, "ly," is pronounced quickly and softly.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "monthly"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress on the second syllable, saying "month-LEE" instead of the correct "MONTH-ly." Remember to emphasize the first syllable to ensure accurate pronunciation.

Is there a schwa sound in "monthly"?

No, there is no schwa sound in "monthly." The second syllable "ly" is pronounced with a clear "l" sound, making it distinct from a schwa, which would sound more like "uh."