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piety
Definition:
(nou) righteousness by virtue of being pious
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈpaɪəti
Examples:
The second circle represents loyalty and filial piety.
For him this is the basis of all piety.
Gifts to the church were acts of piety.
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Common mistakes of piety pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many people incorrectly place stress on the second syllable, saying "piety" as /ˈpaɪ.ə.ti/. Tip: Remember to stress the first syllable: /ˈpaɪ.ə.ti/ in US and UK pronunciation.
- Overemphasizing the "t": Some pronounce "piety" with a strong "t" sound, leading to /ˈpaɪ.eɪ.ti/. Tip: Keep the "t" soft and quick, as in /ˈpaɪ.ə.ti/, to maintain clarity.
- Omitting the vowel sound: A common mistake is to say "piety" without the middle vowel, resulting in /ˈpaɪ.ti/. Tip: Ensure you pronounce the "ə" sound clearly, making it /ˈpaɪ.ə.ti/.
- Confusing with similar words: Some mix up "piety" with "piety" (the quality of being pious), leading to mispronunciation. Tip: Focus on the correct syllable breakdown: "piety" is /ˈpaɪ.ə.ti/, not /ˈpaɪ.ɪ.ti/.
- Incorrect vowel pronunciation: Some pronounce the "i" in "piety" too harshly, as in /ˈpaɪ.i.ti/. Tip: Use a softer vowel sound for "i," aiming for /ˈpaɪ.ə.ti/.