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How to pronounce:
nauseous
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈnɔːsɪəs
Examples:
I was sick and nauseous for days.
All the unnecessary diving made me nauseous.
I feel nauseous after reading the article.
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Common mistakes of nauseous pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "nau-ˈseous". The correct stress is on the first syllable: "ˈnauseous". Tip: Remember to emphasize the "nau" sound.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some may pronounce "nauseous" with an "aw" sound, like "naw-zee-us". The correct pronunciation uses "ɔː" in UK and "ɑː" in US. Tip: Focus on the "nau" as in "now".
- Omitting the "s": A common mistake is to say "nauseous" as "nauseus", dropping the "o". This alters the word's integrity. Tip: Always include the "o" sound to maintain clarity: "nau-zi-əs".
- Confusing with "nauseate": Some confuse "nauseous" with "nauseate", pronouncing them the same. "Nauseous" means feeling sick, while "nauseate" means to cause sickness. Tip: Remember that "nauseous" describes a state, while "nauseate" is an action.
- Overemphasizing the "ous": Some speakers may overly stress the "ous" ending, making it sound forced, like "nause-ous". The correct pronunciation flows smoothly: "nau-zi-əs". Tip: Keep the ending light and connected to the preceding syllable.