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veto
Definition:
(nou) a vote that blocks a decision (nou) the power or right to prohibit or reject a proposed or intended act (especially the power of a chief executive to reject a bill passed by the legislature)
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈviːtəʊ
Examples:
Constitution is the legislative power of the presidential veto.
The legislature overrode the veto.
A magisterial veto was more of a procedural negation or override.
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Common mistakes of veto pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "ve-TO" instead of the correct "VE-to" (ˈviːtoʊ in US, ˈviːtəʊ in UK). Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable.
- Vowel sound confusion: Some pronounce "veto" with a short "e," sounding like "veto" instead of the correct long "e" sound. In IPA, it's /ˈviːtoʊ/ (US) and /ˈviːtəʊ/ (UK). Tip: Practice elongating the "e" sound.
- Pronouncing the "t": A common mistake is to soften the "t" sound, making it sound like "vay-do." The correct pronunciation includes a clear "t" as in "top." Tip: Focus on crisp consonant sounds.
- Misunderstanding the "o" sound: Some speakers may pronounce the "o" in "veto" as a short sound, leading to "veto" sounding like "vet-o." The correct sounds are /oʊ/ (US) and /əʊ/ (UK). Tip: Listen to native speakers for the correct "o" pronunciation.
- Ignoring regional differences: Learners often overlook the slight variations in pronunciation between US and UK English. The US uses /ˈviːtoʊ/, while the UK uses /ˈviːtəʊ/. Tip: Familiarize yourself with both pronunciations to improve your understanding.