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revelry
Definition:
(nou) unrestrained merrymaking
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈrevəlri
Examples:
More drinking and drunken revelry takes place in the bar.
She is often invited to revelry.
It is an ecstatic experience, which is heightened by the revelry.
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Common mistakes of revelry pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "re-ˈvel-ry". In both US and UK English, the primary stress is on the first syllable: "ˈrɛvəlri". Tip: Focus on the first syllable to ensure correct emphasis.
- Ignoring the vowel sound: Many pronounce "revelry" with a short "e" sound, as in "red". The correct pronunciation uses a schwa sound in the second syllable: "ˈrɛvəlri". Tip: Practice the middle syllable as "əl" to achieve the correct sound.
- Omitting the second syllable: Some speakers may say "rev-ry", dropping the middle syllable entirely. This leads to mispronunciation. The full pronunciation is "ˈrɛvəlri". Tip: Make sure to articulate each syllable clearly when speaking.
- Confusing the "v" and "b" sounds: A common mistake is to pronounce "revelry" with a "b" sound, resulting in "reb-elry". The correct sound is "v": "ˈrɛvəlri". Tip: Practice saying words with "v" to differentiate it from "b" in your speech.
- Mispronouncing the final "y": Some may incorrectly pronounce the final "y" as a long "e" sound, saying "revel-ree". The correct pronunciation ends with a short "ee" sound: "ˈrɛvəlri". Tip: Listen to native speakers to hear the subtle differences in the ending sound.