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verbiage
Definition:
(nou) overabundance of words (nou) the manner in which something is expressed in words- G.S.Patton
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈvɜːbɪɪdʒ
Examples:
The description in the article sounds like unnecessary verbiage.
The verbiage is unhelpful and pointless.
Half the verbiage of the article are quotes.
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Common mistakes of verbiage pronunciation
- Stress misplacement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "ver-BI-age" instead of the correct "VER-bi-age" (/ˈvɜrbiɪdʒ/ in US and /ˈvɜːbiɪdʒ/ in UK). Tip: Focus on the first syllable for proper emphasis.
- Vowel confusion: Some might pronounce the first vowel as "e" instead of "ɜr", leading to "VER-bee-age". This alters the intended meaning. Tip: Practice saying the "er" sound as in "her".
- Syllable addition: A common error is to add an extra syllable, pronouncing it as "ver-bi-age" instead of "verbiage". This can confuse listeners. Tip: Remember that "verbiage" has three syllables, not four.
- Final consonant sound: Learners sometimes omit the "dʒ" sound at the end, saying "verbi" instead of "verbiage". This changes the word completely. Tip: Ensure to articulate the "j" sound clearly at the end.
- Overemphasis on "age": Some speakers overly stress the "age" part, resulting in "verbi-AGE". The stress should remain on the first syllable. Tip: Keep the "age" softer and less emphasized for correct pronunciation.