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nefarious
Phonetic Transcription:
nɪˈfeərɪəs
Examples:
The deltions and complaints are not nefarious.
The purpose is not necessarily nefarious.
He is the greedy and nefarious leader.
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Common mistakes of nefarious pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "ne-ˈfa-ri-əs". This is wrong. The correct stress is on the second syllable: "nə-ˈfɛr-i-əs". Tip: Focus on stressing "fer" to pronounce "nefarious" correctly.
- Overpronouncing vowels: A common mistake is overemphasizing the vowel sounds, especially in the first syllable, leading to "ˈne-far-i-əs". Instead, use a schwa sound: "nə-ˈfɛr-i-əs". Tip: Practice saying the first syllable quickly and softly.
- Dropping the final syllable: Some may shorten "nefarious" to "nefar-". This omits the important final syllable. The full pronunciation is "nə-ˈfɛr-i-əs". Tip: Always include the last syllable to complete the word.
- Confusing "f" and "v": Learners sometimes pronounce "nefarious" with a "v" sound, saying "nevarious". This is incorrect. The correct sound is "f": "nə-ˈfɛr-i-əs". Tip: Emphasize the "f" sound by practicing with similar words like "famous".
- Ignoring syllable clarity: Some speakers may blend syllables, making "nefarious" sound like "nefarous". This loses clarity. The correct pronunciation is distinctly syllabic: "nə-ˈfɛr-i-əs". Tip: Break the word into its syllables when practicing.