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physiognomy
Definition:
(nou) the human face (`kisser' and `smiler' and `mug' are informal terms for `face' and `phiz' is British)
Phonetic Transcription:
ˌfɪzɪˈɒnəmi
Examples:
It was an accident that considerably changed the physiognomy of the city.
Phrenology was also considered as a form of physiognomy.
The word physiognomy was used perfectly correct.
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Common mistakes of physiognomy pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, pronouncing it as "physi-"ˌ"ognomy". The correct stress is on the third syllable: "physi-"ˈ"ognomy". Tip: Focus on emphasizing the "ogn" part.
- Ignoring the "y" sound: Some may omit the "y" sound in "physiognomy", leading to "physi-"ˈ"ognomy". The "y" is crucial for clarity. Tip: Practice saying the word slowly to ensure you pronounce "y" clearly.
- Mispronouncing "gn": The "gn" in "physiognomy" can confuse speakers, who might say "g" as in "go". The correct pronunciation is /n/ as in "no". Tip: Remember that "gn" often sounds like "n" in English words.
- Overemphasizing vowels: Learners might stress the vowels too much, making it sound like "phy-si-o-"ˈ"gnomy". The vowels should be balanced, with less emphasis on the "i" and "o". Tip: Practice with native speakers to get the rhythm right.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some may pronounce the "i" in "physiognomy" as a long vowel, resulting in "phy-"ˈ"siognomy". The "i" should be short, like in "sit". Tip: Break the word down into syllables and practice each one.