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municipal

Phonetic Transcription:

mjuːˈnɪsɪpəl

Examples:

The city is the municipal seat of the municipality.

The city serves as the municipal seat of the municipality.

The greater municipal council is the legislature of the municipality.

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county

local

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Common mistakes of municipal pronunciation

Stress placement: Many speakers incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "mu-NI-cipal" instead of "MU-nicipal" (ˈmjuː.nɪ.sɪ.pəl). Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable for correct pronunciation.
Vowel sound confusion: Some people mispronounce "municipal" by using a short "i" sound, saying "mu-nic-i-pal." The correct pronunciation uses a schwa in the second syllable, sounding like "MU-nə-sə-pəl" (ˈmjuː.nɪ.sɪ.pəl). Tip: Practice saying the second syllable quickly to achieve the correct sound.
Syllable omission: A common mistake is dropping the second syllable, resulting in "MUN-ipal." This alters the word's meaning and clarity. The full pronunciation is "MU-nicipal" (ˈmjuː.nɪ.sɪ.pəl). Tip: Break the word into syllables while practicing to ensure all parts are pronounced.
Incorrect "c" sound: Some speakers pronounce the "c" in "municipal" as a hard "k," saying "muni-KIPAL." The correct sound is a soft "s," as in "MU-nicipal" (ˈmjuː.nɪ.sɪ.pəl). Tip: Focus on the "s" sound to avoid confusion with similar words.
Mispronouncing the "a": A frequent error is pronouncing the "a" in "municipal" as a long "a," resulting in "muni-CIPAL." The correct pronunciation uses a schwa sound, as in "MU-nicipal" (ˈmjuː.nɪ.sɪ.pəl). Tip: Listen to native speakers to hear the subtle differences in vowel sounds.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "municipal" correctly?

In American English, "municipal" is pronounced as /mjuˈnɪsɪpəl/, with the primary stress on the second syllable "ni". In British English, the pronunciation is similar, also /mjuˈnɪsɪpəl/, maintaining the same stress pattern.

What is the syllable breakdown for "municipal"?

The word "municipal" has four syllables: mu-nic-i-pal. The stress falls on the second syllable, making it sound like "mu-NI-ci-pal."

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "municipal"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress, often placing it on the first syllable instead of the second. Remember, it's "mu-NI-ci-pal," not "MU-nicipal."

Is there a schwa sound in "municipal"?

Yes, the last syllable "pal" contains a schwa sound, pronounced as /pəl/. This makes it sound softer and less emphasized compared to the other syllables.