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plaintiff
Definition:
(nou) a person who brings an action in a court of law
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈpleɪntɪf
Examples:
The dismissal was at the request of the plaintiff.
The plaintiff is responsible for the proof.
The plaintiff stickled the matter.
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Common mistakes of plaintiff pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable as in "plaint-IF". The correct stress is on the first syllable: /ˈpleɪn.tɪf/ in both US and UK. Tip: Remember to emphasize "plain" when saying "plaintiff".
- Omitting the "t": Some may pronounce "plaintiff" as "plaintif", dropping the "t" sound. This leads to a misunderstanding of the word. The correct pronunciation includes the "t": /ˈpleɪn.tɪf/. Tip: Clearly articulate the "t" to avoid confusion.
- Incorrect vowel sound: A common mistake is pronouncing the first syllable with a short "a" sound, like "plantiff". The correct vowel sound is a long "a": /ˈpleɪn.tɪf/. Tip: Think of the word "plain" to get the right vowel sound.
- Confusing the ending: Some speakers may pronounce "plaintiff" with a soft "f" sound at the end, sounding like "plaintif". The correct ending is a clear "t": /ˈpleɪn.tɪf/. Tip: Focus on the "t" sound at the end to ensure clarity.
- Speeding through the syllables: In casual speech, some rush through "plaintiff", making it sound like one syllable. Each part should be distinct: /ˈpleɪn.tɪf/. Tip: Slow down and pronounce each syllable clearly for better understanding.