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moral
Definition:
(nou) the significance of a story or event
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈmɒrəl
Examples:
The moral right of the author is asserted.
To inculcate high moral values in students.
The moral and legal objects are well meant and heartfelt.
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Common mistakes of moral pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners place stress on the second syllable, saying "mo-ral" instead of "mor-al". In both US and UK pronunciations, the stress is on the first syllable: /ˈmɔr.əl/ (US) and /ˈmɒr.əl/ (UK). Tip: Focus on saying "mor" louder and clearer than "al".
- Overpronouncing the "r": In "moral", the "r" can be overemphasized, leading to an unnatural sound. The correct pronunciation is more subtle: /ˈmɔr.əl/ (US) and /ˈmɒr.əl/ (UK). Tip: Keep the "r" soft and blend it smoothly with the vowel.
- Ignoring the schwa: Many forget to pronounce the "a" as a schwa sound in "moral". Instead of saying it like "moraal", it should sound more like "moral" with a quick, unstressed "a": /ˈmɔr.əl/ (US) and /ˈmɒr.əl/ (UK). Tip: Practice saying "moral" quickly to feel the schwa.
- Confusing with "moralize": Some confuse "moral" with "moralize", which has an extra syllable. "Moral" has two syllables, while "moralize" has three. The correct pronunciation is /ˈmɔr.əl/ (US) and /ˈmɒr.əl/ (UK). Tip: Break down the syllables when practicing to avoid mixing them up.
- Mispronouncing the vowel sound: A common mistake is pronouncing the "o" in "moral" as a long vowel, as in "moore". The correct sound is a short vowel: /ˈmɔr.əl/ (US) and /ˈmɒr.əl/ (UK). Tip: Focus on keeping the "o" sound brief and sharp.