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polygamy
Definition:
(nou) having more than one spouse at a time
Phonetic Transcription:
pəˈlɪɡəmi
Examples:
The same applies to the Muslim polygamy.
At the time, the Mormon church permitted polygamy.
Is the media coverage determinative as to the relevance of the polygamy
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Common mistakes of polygamy pronunciation
- Incorrect stress placement: Some learners stress the second syllable, saying "po-LY-gamy" [pəˈlɪɡəmi]. Tip: Remember to place the primary stress on the third syllable: "polygamy" [pəˈlɪɡəmi].
- Mispronouncing the "g": Many people pronounce the "g" in "polygamy" as a hard "g" like in "go." Tip: Use a soft "g" sound, as in "giraffe," to pronounce "polygamy" correctly.
- Overemphasizing the vowels: Some learners may pronounce "polygamy" with exaggerated vowel sounds, making it sound awkward. Tip: Keep the vowel sounds short and clear: "polygamy" [pəˈlɪɡəmi], not "po-lee-gah-mee."
- Dropping the final "y": A common mistake is to omit the final "y" sound, leading to "poligam." Tip: Always include the "y" sound at the end to maintain the integrity of the word: "polygamy" [pəˈlɪɡəmi].
- Confusing with similar words: Some may confuse "polygamy" with "polyandry," leading to mispronunciation. Tip: Focus on the distinct syllables in "polygamy" [pəˈlɪɡəmi] to avoid errors.