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plethora

Definition:

(nou) extreme excess

Phonetic Transcription:

ˈpleθərə

Examples:

It was plethora of erroneous facts.

The plethora of pictures is unnecessary.

Especially with the plethora of erroneous facts.

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abundant

myriad

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Common mistakes of plethora pronunciation

Misplacing stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "ple-THOR-a" instead of the correct "PLE-thor-a". Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable with the IPA pronunciation /ˈplɛθərə/ (US) and /ˈplɛθərə/ (UK).
Overemphasizing vowels: Some speakers pronounce "plethora" with exaggerated vowel sounds, like "pleh-THOR-ah". This can lead to unnatural speech. Tip: Focus on a more neutral vowel sound, using /ə/ in the unstressed syllables.
Dropping syllables: It's common to hear "plethora" pronounced as "PLE-thra", omitting the second syllable. This simplifies the word too much. Tip: Practice saying all three syllables clearly: "PLE-thor-a" /ˈplɛθərə/.
Confusing with similar words: Some confuse "plethora" with "plethoric", leading to mispronunciation. "Plethoric" has a different stress pattern. Tip: Familiarize yourself with the IPA for both: "plethora" /ˈplɛθərə/ and "plethoric" /pləˈθɔrɪk/.
Incorrect vowel sounds: Learners may use an "o" sound instead of the correct "e" in the first syllable, saying "plothora". Tip: Practice the initial sound by saying "ple" as in "pleasure" to ensure accuracy.

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How do you pronounce "plethora"?

In American English, "plethora" is pronounced as /ˈplɛθərə/, with the stress on the first syllable. In British English, it is pronounced the same way, but you might hear a slight variation in the vowel sounds.

What are the syllables in "plethora"?

The word "plethora" has three syllables: "ple" as in "play," "thor" as in "thorough," and "a" which sounds like the schwa /ə/. You can break it down as "ple-thor-a."

Is there a common mistake when pronouncing "plethora"?

Many people mistakenly stress the second syllable, saying "ple-THOR-a" instead of the correct "PLE-thora." Remember to emphasize the first syllable to avoid this error.

Are there any regional differences in the pronunciation of "plethora"?

Generally, "plethora" is pronounced the same in both American and British English. However, some regional accents may slightly alter the vowel sounds, but the stress pattern remains consistent.