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reply
Definition:
(nou) a statement (either spoken or written) that is made to reply to a question or request or criticism or accusation (nou) the speech act of continuing a conversational exchange
Phonetic Transcription:
rɪˈplaɪ
Examples:
I expected such a splurge in response, and do not intend to reply to it.
My reply addressed the logical flaws of each aspect of your response seriatim.
There was a delay in the reply.
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Common mistakes of reply pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners stress the second syllable as in "re-PLY" /rɪˈplaɪ/ instead of the first syllable "RE-ply" /ˈrɪˌplaɪ/. Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable when pronouncing "reply".
- Vowel confusion: The vowel sound in the first syllable can be mispronounced. Some say "ree" /riː/ instead of "re" /rɪ/. Tip: Use a short "i" sound as in "sit" for the first syllable of "reply".
- Over-articulating the "r": Some speakers pronounce "reply" with an exaggerated "r" sound, making it sound unnatural. Tip: Keep the "r" soft and connected to the vowel for a smoother pronunciation.
- Dropping the final "y": Occasionally, learners omit the "y" sound at the end, saying "re-plee" /rɪˈpliː/. Tip: Ensure to include the "y" sound for clarity in "reply" /rɪˈplaɪ/.
- Incorrect vowel length: Some may lengthen the "i" sound, pronouncing it as "reep-lie" /riːˈplaɪ/. Tip: Keep the "i" short, as in "hit", to sound natural when saying "reply".