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How to pronounce:
voracious
Phonetic Transcription:
vəˈreɪʃəs
Examples:
They have a voracious and undiscerning appetite.
They only eat insects and have a voracious appetite.
The bagworm has a voracious appetite and is considered a serious pest.
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Common mistakes of voracious pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners stress the second syllable, saying "vo-ˈra-cious". This is incorrect. The primary stress is on the third syllable: "vo-ˈra-cious". Tip: Focus on the "ra" part to emphasize the correct stress.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some pronounce "voracious" with a long "o", as in "vō-ˈra-cious". The correct pronunciation has a short "o": "və-ˈreɪ-ʃəs". Tip: Practice the "v" followed by a short "o" sound to improve accuracy.
- Omitting syllables: It's common to drop the second syllable, saying "vo-ˈra-cious". However, "voracious" has four syllables: "vo-ˈra-cious". Tip: Break the word into parts: "vo-", "ra-", and "cious" to ensure you pronounce all syllables.
- Confusing with similar words: Some confuse "voracious" with "voracity". While both share roots, "voracious" is pronounced "və-ˈreɪ-ʃəs", while "voracity" is "və-ˈræs-ɪ-ti". Tip: Listen to each word's pronunciation to distinguish them clearly.
- Mispronouncing the ending: A common mistake is pronouncing the last syllable as "cious" like "shus", resulting in "vo-ˈra-shus". The correct ending is "ʃəs". Tip: Pay attention to the "cious" sound, practicing it separately for clarity.