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travesty
Definition:
(nou) a comedy characterized by broad satire and improbable situations (nou) a composition that imitates or misrepresents somebody's style, usually in a humorous way
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈtrævəsti
Examples:
It is a travesty of the idea of Wikipedia.
That is a blatant travesty of the facts.
This article is a travesty of the truth.
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Common mistakes of travesty pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some may stress the second syllable, saying "trav-ˈes-ty" instead of the correct "ˈtrav-es-ty". Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable to pronounce it correctly.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: People often mispronounce the first vowel, saying "trah-ves-ty" instead of "trav-es-ty". Tip: Focus on the "a" in "travesty" sounding like "æ" as in "cat".
- Adding an extra syllable: Some might say "trav-es-tee" instead of "trav-es-ty". Tip: Ensure you pronounce it as a three-syllable word, not four, to maintain the correct flow.
- Overemphasizing the "t": A common mistake is to pronounce the "t" too harshly, like "trav-es-tee" with a strong "t" sound. Tip: Keep the "t" soft and connected to the following vowel for smoother pronunciation.
- Confusing with similar words: Some may confuse "travesty" with "tragedy," leading to mispronunciation. Tip: Remember that "travesty" has a distinct "v" sound, while "tragedy" does not.