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patronize
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈpætrənaɪz
Examples:
Consumers automatically support the farmers when they patronize the store.
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Common mistakes of patronize pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners may stress the second syllable, saying "pa-ˈtron-ize". This is incorrect. The primary stress is on the first syllable: "ˈpeɪ.trə.naɪz" (US), "ˈpæ.trə.naɪz" (UK). Tip: Focus on saying "PEY-truh-nize" for clarity.
- Vowel confusion: The first vowel can be mispronounced as "a" instead of "e". Saying "patronize" as "ˈpæ.trə.nɪz" alters the meaning. The correct pronunciation uses the "ay" sound: "ˈpeɪ.trə.naɪz". Tip: Practice the vowel sound by saying "pay" before "tronize".
- Overemphasizing the final syllable: Some may place too much emphasis on "nize", saying "patron-ˈize". The stress should remain on the first syllable. Tip: Keep the final syllable light, focusing on "PEY-truh-nize".
- Skipping the schwa sound: Learners may omit the schwa in the second syllable, saying "patronize" as "ˈpeɪ.trɒ.naɪz". The correct pronunciation includes the schwa: "ˈpeɪ.trə.naɪz" (US). Tip: Remember to soften the "truh" sound.
- Incorrect vowel length: Some may pronounce "patronize" with a short "a", like "ˈpæ.trə.naɪz". This changes the meaning. The correct pronunciation features a long "a" sound in the first syllable. Tip: Think of "pay" to guide your pronunciation.