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How to pronounce:
official
Definition:
(nou) a worker who holds or is invested with an office (nou) someone who administers the rules of a game or sport
Phonetic Transcription:
əˈfɪʃəl
Examples:
Gazettes are the official publications of the Government.
The official publication is the Choral Journal.
Government procurement in the United States is official.
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Common mistakes of official pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly place stress on the second syllable, saying /əˈfɪʃ.əl/. The correct stress is on the third syllable in both US and UK pronunciations: /əˈfɪʃ.əl/. Tip: Focus on emphasizing the "fic" part.
- Vowel sounds: Some people pronounce "official" with a short "i" sound, like /ɪ/ in "bit." The correct pronunciation uses a schwa /ə/ in the first syllable: /əˈfɪʃ.əl/. Tip: Practice saying "uh-fish-uhl" to get the vowel sounds right.
- Ending sound: A common mistake is to pronounce the final "l" too softly or drop it entirely, resulting in /əˈfɪʃə/. The correct pronunciation includes the "l": /əˈfɪʃ.əl/. Tip: Make sure to clearly articulate the "l" at the end.
- Overemphasis on "fic": Some learners overemphasize the "fic" part, leading to /əˈfɪʃ.əl/ sounding unnatural. The stress should be balanced across the syllables. Tip: Practice saying it smoothly, with a focus on fluidity.
- Linking sounds: When speaking quickly, some may link "official" with the following word, making it sound like one long word. This can lead to confusion. Tip: Pause slightly before "official" to maintain clarity in speech.