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How to pronounce:
pecuniary
Phonetic Transcription:
pɪˈkjuːnɪəri
Examples:
They impose a pecuniary punishment or mulct.
They then will not be liable for any pecuniary dues.
He was under pecuniary obligation to him.
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Common mistakes of pecuniary pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners incorrectly place stress on the second syllable, saying "pe-ˈcu-ni-ar-y". The correct stress is on the third syllable, "pe-ˌcu-ˈni-ar-y". Tip: Remember to emphasize the "ni" when pronouncing "pecuniary".
- Ignoring the "u": Some people pronounce "pecuniary" as "pe-ˈkɪn-ə-ri". This omits the "u" sound in the second syllable, which should be pronounced as "cu". Tip: Focus on the "cu" to maintain clarity in "pecuniary".
- Mispronouncing the "ary" ending: A common mistake is to pronounce the ending as "ary" like "airy". The correct pronunciation is "ar-y", as in "pecuni-ˈar-y". Tip: Practice saying the "ar" sound distinctly to get it right.
- Overemphasizing syllables: Some learners may overemphasize the first syllable, saying "ˈpe-cu-ni-ar-y". The first syllable should be less stressed. Tip: Keep the first syllable light when saying "pecuniary".
- Incorrect vowel sounds: The "e" in the first syllable is often mispronounced as "i", leading to "pi-ˈcu-ni-ar-y". The correct vowel sound is a short "e". Tip: Use a short "e" as in "pen" for the first syllable of "pecuniary".