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purchases
Definition:
(nou) the acquisition of something for payment (nou) something acquired by purchase (nou) a means of exerting influence or gaining advantage (nou) the mechanical advantage gained by being in a position to use a lever
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈpɜːtʃəs
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Common mistakes of purchases pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "pur-ˈchases" instead of the correct "ˈpurch-ases". Tip: Remember to stress the first syllable "ˈpurch" for clarity.
- Omitting the final "s": It's common to hear "purchase" pronounced as "ˈpɜrʧəs" without the final "s". This can lead to confusion. Tip: Always include the final "s" sound to make it "ˈpurch-əs-ɪz".
- Confusing vowel sounds: The first vowel can be mispronounced as "ʌ" instead of "ɜr" in US English, leading to "ˈpʌrchəs". Tip: Focus on the "ɜr" sound in "ˈpurch" for accurate pronunciation.
- Overemphasizing the "ch": Some speakers may overemphasize the "ch" sound, making it sound like "ˈpurch-es" instead of "ˈpurch-əs". Tip: Keep the "ch" sound smooth and natural to maintain flow.
- Incorrect syllable division: Mispronouncing "purchases" as "pur-chas-es" can disrupt the flow. The correct division is "ˈpurch-əs-ɪz". Tip: Practice saying the word as a single unit to improve fluency.