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How to pronounce:
privy
Definition:
(nou) a room or building equipped with one or more toilets (nou) a small outbuilding with a bench having holes through which a user can defecate
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈprɪvi
Examples:
The information is privy to everyone.
The privy is northeast of the school.
The man walked towards the privy.
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Common mistakes of privy pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "pri-'vy". In both US and UK English, the stress is on the first syllable: "ˈprɪvi". Tip: Focus on saying "PRI-vy" to get it right.
- Confusing vowel sounds: Some might pronounce "privy" with a long "i" sound, as in "pry-vee". The correct pronunciation has a short "i" sound: "ˈprɪvi". Tip: Practice the short "i" sound by saying "sit" and then "privy".
- Omitting the "v" sound: A common mistake is to say "pri-ee" or "pri-y". The "v" sound is essential in "privy". The correct pronunciation is "ˈprɪvi". Tip: Make sure your lips touch slightly for the "v" sound.
- Mispronouncing the final "y": Some learners pronounce the "y" as "ee", leading to "priv-ee". The "y" in "privy" is pronounced as a short "i" sound. Tip: Think of it as "PRI-vy", not "priv-ee".
- Ignoring regional variations: In some accents, "privy" may sound slightly different, but the primary stress remains the same. The US and UK pronunciations are "ˈprɪvi". Tip: Listen to native speakers from both regions to grasp the subtle differences.