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policy
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
Examples:
It is the government's keynote policy.
The government decided to reshuffle the policy.
It is the duty of the Government to implement the policy of the nation.
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Common mistakes of policy pronunciation
- Incorrect vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "policy" with a short "o" sound, like "pah-luh-see" [ˈpɑləsi]. The correct pronunciation uses a schwa sound in the second syllable: [ˈpɒl.ɪ.si] (UK) or [ˈpɑː.lɪ.si] (US). Tip: Focus on the unstressed vowel in the second syllable.
- Stress misplacement: A common mistake is placing stress on the second syllable, saying "po-li-cy" [pəˈlɪsi]. The primary stress should be on the first syllable: [ˈpɒl.ɪ.si] (UK) or [ˈpɑː.lɪ.si] (US). Tip: Emphasize the first syllable when practicing.
- Overemphasizing the last syllable: Some may pronounce "policy" as "pol-i-see" [ˈpɑl.ɪˈsi], giving equal weight to all syllables. The last syllable should be lightly stressed. Tip: Practice saying the word with a softer ending.
- Missing the "l" sound: Some speakers may drop the "l" in "policy," saying "pah-uh-see" [ˈpɑəsi]. This can lead to confusion with similar words. Tip: Ensure the "l" is pronounced clearly in the first syllable.
- Confusing "policy" with "police": Learners sometimes mix up "policy" with "police," pronouncing them similarly. "Policy" has three syllables while "police" has two. Tip: Remember the syllable count to differentiate between the two words.