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How to pronounce:
unruly
Phonetic Transcription:
ʌnˈruːli
Examples:
He was tempestuous, temperamental and unruly.
The meeting became loud and unruly.
It's rather unruly and the examples are a bit of a hodgepodge.
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Common mistakes of unruly pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners place stress on the second syllable, saying "un-RU-ly" instead of "UN-ru-ly" (ˈʌn.ruː.li). Tip: Always emphasize the first syllable for correct pronunciation.
- Vowel sound confusion: Some may pronounce the "u" in "unruly" as a short "u" sound, saying "un-ruly" instead of the correct "un-ru-ly" (ˈʌn.ruː.li). Tip: Remember the "u" is pronounced as a long vowel, similar to "oo" in "food."
- Final "ly" pronunciation: Learners might mispronounce the "ly" ending as "lee" instead of the correct "li" (ˈʌn.ruː.li). Tip: The final syllable should sound like "lee" but with a soft "i" sound, as in "happy."
- Overemphasizing the "r": Some speakers stress the "r" too much, making it sound harsh, as in "un-RU-ly." Tip: Keep the "r" smooth and subtle to maintain the word's natural flow.
- Syllable omission: Occasionally, speakers may drop the first syllable, saying "ruly" instead of "unruly" (ˈʌn.ruː.li). Tip: Always include the "un" to ensure the word's meaning and pronunciation are complete.