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How to pronounce:
nuptial
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈnʌpʃəl
Examples:
The Ochai performs the wedding ceremony on the nuptial day fixed.
The house of the babaylan was the ceremonial center for the nuptial.
It is said that the bridegroom spent the nuptial night reading the Tiruvasakam.
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Common mistakes of nuptial pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "nuptial" as /ˈnʌp.tʃəl/. The correct stress is on the first syllable: /ˈnʌp.ʧəl/. Tip: Focus on saying "NUP-chal" to emphasize the first syllable.
- Omitting the "t": Some pronounce "nuptial" as /ˈnʌp.ʃəl/, dropping the "t" sound. This can lead to confusion with similar words. Tip: Clearly articulate the "t" in "NUP-tial" to maintain clarity.
- Confusing vowel sounds: The "u" in "nuptial" is often mispronounced as /juː/ in some accents, making it sound like "newptial." The correct pronunciation is /ˈnʌp.ʧəl/. Tip: Remember that the "u" should sound like the "u" in "cup."
- Incorrect syllable division: Some may break "nuptial" into three syllables, saying "nupt-i-al" as /ˈnʌp.ti.əl/. The correct division is two syllables: /ˈnʌp.ʧəl/. Tip: Practice saying "NUP-chal" to ensure you are using two syllables.
- Overemphasizing the "ch": A common mistake is to overly stress the "ch," leading to a pronunciation like /ˈnʌp.tʃi.əl/. The "ch" should be soft and not exaggerated. Tip: Keep the "ch" sound gentle when saying "NUP-chal."