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policies
Definition:
(nou) a plan of action adopted by an individual or social group (nou) a line of argument rationalizing the course of action of a government (nou) written contract or certificate of insurance
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈpɒləsi
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Common mistakes of policies pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners place stress on the second syllable, saying "po-LI-cies" instead of "POL-i-cies" (ˈpɒl.ɪ.siːz in UK, ˈpɑː.lɪ.siːz in US). Tip: Always emphasize the first syllable to sound natural.
- Incorrect vowel sound: Many pronounce the first syllable as "poh" instead of "pol" (ˈpɒl in UK, ˈpɑːl in US). This can lead to confusion. Tip: Practice saying "poll" to get the correct vowel sound.
- Overemphasizing the "i": Some speakers may stress the "i" in "policies," leading to "po-li-CIES." This is incorrect as the third syllable should be softer. Tip: Focus on a lighter touch on the "i" in the last syllable.
- Skipping the final "s": A common mistake is omitting the final "s," leading to a pronunciation like "policy." The correct form is "policies" with a clear ending "s" sound (ˈsiːz). Tip: Always articulate the final "s" to indicate plurality.
- Blending syllables: Some learners blend the syllables together, saying "poli-sies" instead of clearly pronouncing "POL-i-cies." This can make the word unclear. Tip: Practice separating each syllable distinctly for clarity.