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provincial

Definition:

(nou) an official in charge of an ecclesiastical province acting under the superior general of a religious order (nou) a country person

Phonetic Transcription:

prəˈvɪnʃəl

Examples:

The provincial capital is the city of the same name.

This was the establishment of provincial councils.

This was the period of the provincial rulers.

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Related Words:

capital

municipal

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Common mistakes of provincial pronunciation

Stress misplacement: Some learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying /prəˈvɪn.ʃəl/ instead of the correct /prəˈvɪn.ʃəl/. Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the third syllable "vin".
Vowel confusion: Many pronounce "provincial" with a short "i" sound, like /prəˈvɪn.ʃəl/, instead of the correct /prəˈvɪn.ʃəl/. Tip: Focus on the "i" sound as in "pin" to ensure clarity.
Syllable omission: Some speakers may drop the "c" sound, saying /prəˈvɪn.əl/ instead of /prəˈvɪn.ʃəl/. Tip: Practice saying the "sh" sound in "provincial" to maintain the full pronunciation.
Overemphasis on the first syllable: A common error is stressing the first syllable, resulting in /ˈprɒ.vɪn.ʃəl/ instead of /prəˈvɪn.ʃəl/. Tip: Keep the first syllable light and focus on the stress in the second part.
Mispronouncing the "c" sound: Some learners pronounce the "c" as a hard "k," saying /prəˈvɪn.kəl/ instead of /prəˈvɪn.ʃəl/. Tip: Remember that the "c" in "provincial" is soft, like in "she."

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "provincial" in American English?

In American English, "provincial" is pronounced as /prəˈvɪnʃəl/, with the stress on the second syllable. The "o" is pronounced like the "a" in "sofa," making it a schwa sound.

Is there a difference in pronunciation of "provincial" between British and American English?

Yes, in British English, "provincial" is pronounced as /prəˈvɪnʃəl/ as well, which is the same as in American English. However, the vowel sounds may vary slightly, with British speakers often having a more distinct "i" sound.

What syllable does the stress fall on in the word "provincial"?

The stress in "provincial" falls on the second syllable: /prəˈvɪnʃəl/. This means you should emphasize the "vin" part when saying the word.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "provincial"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress, often stressing the first syllable instead of the second. Make sure to pronounce it as /prəˈvɪnʃəl/ to avoid confusion.