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How to pronounce:
touchy
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈtʌtʃi
Examples:
I think she is touchy.
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Common mistakes of touchy pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners place stress on the second syllable, pronouncing it as "to͡ʊˈtʃi" instead of the correct "ˈtʌtʃi". Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable in "touchy".
- Incorrect vowel sound: The vowel sound in the first syllable is often mispronounced as "oʊ" instead of "ʌ". This leads to saying "to͡ʊtʃi" instead of "ˈtʌtʃi". Tip: Practice the short "u" sound, as in "cup", to get it right.
- Overemphasizing the "ch" sound: Some speakers pronounce "touchy" with an exaggerated "ch", sounding like "tʃʌtʃi". This is incorrect. Tip: Keep the "ch" sound soft and smooth, as in "cheese".
- Dropping the final "y": A common mistake is to omit the "y" sound at the end, leading to "tʌtʃ". This makes the word incomplete. Tip: Always pronounce the "y" as a distinct sound, like in "happy".
- Confusing with similar words: Learners may confuse "touchy" with "twitchy", pronouncing it as "ˈtwɪtʃi". This changes the meaning. Tip: Pay attention to the initial consonant sounds; "t" in "touchy" should be clear and distinct.