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peculiar
Phonetic Transcription:
pɪˈkjuːlɪə
Examples:
A peculiar custom, unique for this shrine, is the trading of the handkerchief.
The arrangement of the property is peculiar.
The taphonomy of the remains are peculiar.
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Common mistakes of peculiar pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners stress the second syllable, saying "pe-ˈcu-liar." The correct stress is on the second syllable: "pə-ˈkjuː-liər" (US) / "pɪ-ˈkjʊə-liə" (UK). Tip: Practice emphasizing the "cu" syllable.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: The first syllable is often mispronounced as "pee" instead of "pə." This leads to "pee-ˈcu-liar" instead of the correct "pə-ˈkjuː-liər" (US) / "pɪ-ˈkjʊə-liə" (UK). Tip: Focus on the schwa sound in the first syllable.
- Overemphasizing the "i": Some may pronounce it as "pe-ˈcu-lie-ar," adding an unnecessary "lie" sound. The correct pronunciation is "pə-ˈkjuː-liər" (US) / "pɪ-ˈkjʊə-liə" (UK). Tip: Blend the "cu" and "liar" smoothly.
- Dropping the final "r": In American English, learners might omit the final "r," saying "pə-ˈkjuː-liə." The correct form includes the "r": "pə-ˈkjuː-liər." Tip: Practice saying the "r" at the end of the word.
- Confusing with similar words: Some confuse "peculiar" with "particular," leading to incorrect pronunciation. "Peculiar" is pronounced "pə-ˈkjuː-liər" (US) / "pɪ-ˈkjʊə-liə" (UK), while "particular" is "pə-ˈtɪk-jə-lər." Tip: Distinguish the syllable patterns in both words.