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How to pronounce:
wealthy
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈwelθi
Examples:
The most traveled person is rich and wealthy.
The peers are the most wealthy and powerful.
The wealthy chairman entered the building.
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Common mistakes of wealthy pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "weal-THY" instead of the correct "WEALTH-y" (ˈwɛl.θi). Tip: Focus on emphasizing the first syllable to sound more natural.
- Incorrect vowel sound: A common mistake is pronouncing "wealthy" with a short "e" sound, like "welthy." The correct pronunciation uses the long "e" sound as in "weal" (ˈwɛl.θi). Tip: Practice the "ea" sound by saying "heal" before "thy."
- Overemphasizing the "th": Some speakers may exaggerate the "th" sound in "wealthy," making it sound like "weal-thee." The correct pronunciation has a softer "th" (ˈwɛl.θi). Tip: Keep the "th" sound light and quick, like in "this."
- Dropping the "y" sound: Learners sometimes say "wealth" (ˈwɛlθ) without the "y" at the end, missing the full word. The complete form is "wealthy" (ˈwɛl.θi). Tip: Always include the "y" sound to ensure clarity in your speech.
- Confusing similar words: Some may confuse "wealthy" with "healthy" (ˈhɛl.θi), leading to mispronunciation. Tip: Pay attention to the initial consonant sounds; "wealthy" starts with "w," while "healthy" starts with "h."