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priority
Definition:
(nou) status established in order of importance or urgency (nou) preceding in time
Phonetic Transcription:
praɪˈɒrɪti
Examples:
The first priority was to ventilate the workings.
The first priority is to control the glucose level.
Calming the situation is the priority.
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Common mistakes of priority pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "pri-ˈor-i-ty". The correct stress is on the third syllable: "prɪˈɔːr.ɪ.ti" (UK) or "praɪˈɔr.ɪ.ti" (US). Tip: Practice emphasizing the "or" syllable.
- Omitting the vowel sound: Some pronounce "priority" as "prɪˈrɒr.ɪ.ti", dropping the "o" sound. This leads to a mispronunciation. The correct pronunciation includes the "o": "prɪˈɔːr.ɪ.ti" (UK) or "praɪˈɔr.ɪ.ti" (US). Tip: Focus on articulating each vowel clearly.
- Confusing "priority" with "priorities": It's common to say "pri-ˈor-i-tees" instead of "prɪˈɔːr.ɪ.tiz" (UK) or "praɪˈɔr.ɪ.tiz" (US). The plural form requires attention to the last syllable. Tip: Remember to add the "iz" sound for the plural.
- Overemphasizing syllables: Some speakers exaggerate the syllables, saying "prɪ-ɔː-ˈrɪ-ti". This can make the word sound unnatural. The correct pronunciation is smoother with less emphasis on the first syllable: "prɪˈɔːr.ɪ.ti" (UK) or "praɪˈɔr.ɪ.ti" (US). Tip: Practice saying it fluidly.
- Mispronouncing the "r" sound: A common mistake is to pronounce the "r" too softly, making it sound like "prɪˈɔː.ɪ.ti". The "r" should be clear and pronounced. Tip: Ensure your tongue touches the roof of your mouth for a proper "r" sound.