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philanthropy
Definition:
(nou) voluntary promotion of human welfare
Phonetic Transcription:
fɪˈlænθrəpi
Examples:
He subscribed to the idea of philanthropy.
The purpose of philanthropy is also debated.
The result of this incredible philanthropy is priceless.
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Common mistakes of philanthropy pronunciation
- Stress placement: Some learners incorrectly place stress on the second syllable, pronouncing it as /fəˈlænθrəpi/. The correct stress is on the third syllable: /fɪˈlænθrəpi/. Tip: Focus on emphasizing "lan" when saying "philanthropy".
- Vowel sounds: A common mistake is mispronouncing the first vowel, saying "philanthropy" as /pəˈlænθrəpi/. The correct pronunciation starts with /fɪ/. Tip: Practice saying "fin" to get the right sound for "philanthropy".
- Silent letters: Some people mistakenly pronounce the "ph" as /f/, leading to confusion. The correct pronunciation features the "ph" sound as /f/, as in "philanthropy". Tip: Remember that "ph" always sounds like "f" in English words.
- Syllable separation: Learners sometimes run the syllables together, making it sound like "phil-an-thro-py". The correct separation is clearer: /fɪˈlæn/ - /θrə/ - /pi/. Tip: Break it down into three distinct parts when practicing.
- Ending sound: Some pronounce the ending as /pi/, making it sound like "philanthro-pie". The correct ending is /pi/, as in "philanthropy". Tip: Ensure the "py" is pronounced softly, not as a strong "pie".