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penalize
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈpiːnəlaɪz
Examples:
It declared that the local governments have the power to penalize these crimes.
The arbitrators don't penalize a person.
They penalize especially the poor and the handicapped.
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Common mistakes of penalize pronunciation
- Stress placement: Some learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "pen-AL-ize" instead of the correct "PE-nal-ize" (ˈpiːnəlaɪz). Tip: Focus on emphasizing the first syllable for proper pronunciation.
- Vowel sound confusion: Mispronouncing the "e" in "penalize" can lead to saying "pen-uh-lize" instead of the correct "PE-nal-ize". Tip: Practice the long "e" sound as in "see" to improve clarity.
- Final "ize" pronunciation: Some may pronounce "ize" as "iss" or "iz" instead of the correct "ize" (aɪz). Tip: Remember that "ize" should rhyme with "rise" to ensure accurate pronunciation.
- Overemphasizing the "n": Learners might overly stress the "n" sound, saying "pen-nalize" instead of "penalize" (ˈpiːnəlaɪz). Tip: Keep the "n" light and smooth, blending it into the syllable.
- Regional variations: In some accents, "penalize" may sound different, such as "PEE-nuh-lize" in certain UK dialects. Tip: Be aware of these variations but aim for the standard pronunciation to maintain clarity.