Commonly mispronounced English words in 3 minutes

Aleena Rais Live

10 Jun 202203:58

Summary

TLDRThis video script enlightens viewers on the correct pronunciation of 25 commonly mispronounced English words. It humorously corrects widespread errors such as 'acoustic,' 'cocoa,' 'coup' for 'coupon,' and 'gauge' for 'gage.' The script also addresses the silent 'r' in 'government' and the mispronunciation of 'gyroscope,' 'iron,' and 'merchandise.' It clarifies the distinction between 'thorough' and 'through,' and the correct pronunciation of 'restaurant,' 'wolf,' and 'womb.' The video concludes by inviting viewers to share their experiences with these words.

Takeaways

📚 The video discusses 25 commonly mispronounced words in English.
🎸 'Acoustic' should be pronounced with the 'c' sounding like 'k', not 's'.
🍓 'Berry' is correctly pronounced with a hard 'r', contrary to some regional pronunciations.
🍫 'Coco' or 'coco' is often mispronounced instead of the correct 'cocoa'.
🤔 The word 'cough' is frequently mispronounced, but it should have a hard 'gh' sound.
💰 'Coupon' is a word that people often mispronounce, but it starts with a 'coo' sound.
🔍 'Determined' and 'determine' are often confused, but they have distinct pronunciations.
💡 'Elite' should be pronounced with a silent 't', not as 'classy elite'.
🌊 'Gorge' is not the same as 'gage' and should be pronounced distinctly.
🔧 'Engineer' is a word that is often mispronounced, but it should have a hard 'g' and 'r'.
🌍 'Government' is often mispronounced with an 'r' sound, but it is silent in standard English.
🎛️ 'Gyroscope' is correctly pronounced with a silent 'r' and not as 'gyroscope'.
🤐 'Iron' has a silent 'r' and should not be pronounced with it.
🏬 'Legit' is often mispronounced as 'lijit', but the correct pronunciation is 'legit'.
🛍️ 'Merchandise' is frequently mispronounced, but it starts with 'mer' not 'mar'.
🏞️ 'Mundane' is often mispronounced as 'mundane' with an extra syllable, but it should be two syllables.
🏞️ 'Plateau' is a word that is sometimes mispronounced, but it should be pronounced with two syllables.
📜 'Poem' is a simple word, but it is often mispronounced.
🍽️ 'Restaurant' is the place where you eat and should be pronounced with a silent 'r' at the end.
🔥 'Raw' is often confused with 'restaurant', but they are different words with different pronunciations.
🐺 'Wolf' is a word that is often mispronounced, but it should have a silent 'f'.
🐛 'Worm' should be pronounced simply, not as 'warm' or with an extra syllable.
🥩 'Steak' is commonly mispronounced, but it should be pronounced with a hard 'k' sound.
🍇 'Vineyard' is often mispronounced as 'wine yard', but the correct pronunciation is 'vineyard'.
🌌 'Voom' is a word that is sometimes mispronounced, but the 'v' should be silent.
🌑 'Womb' is a word that is often mispronounced, but it should be pronounced with a silent 'b'.
🏔️ 'Hind' is correctly pronounced the same in both British and American English, contrary to some regional pronunciations.

Q & A

What is the main topic of the video script?
-The main topic of the video script is about 25 commonly mispronounced words in English and their correct pronunciations.
How does the script suggest pronouncing the word 'acoustic'?
-The script suggests pronouncing 'acoustic' correctly, not as 'acoustic' with the first syllable stressed incorrectly.
What is the correct pronunciation of 'berry' according to the script?
-The correct pronunciation of 'berry' is with the first syllable stressed, as 'berry', not 'burri' which is an Indian pronunciation.
Why does the script mention 'cocoa' as a mispronunciation?
-The script mentions 'cocoa' because it is commonly mispronounced as 'coco', but the correct pronunciation is 'cocoa'.
What is the correct pronunciation of 'cough' according to the script?
-The script indicates that 'cough' should be pronounced as 'cough', not as 'cof' or any other variation.
How should the word 'coupon' be pronounced according to the script?
-The script suggests pronouncing 'coupon' correctly, not as 'coupon' with an incorrect stress or pronunciation.
What is the correct pronunciation of 'determined' as per the script?
-The script indicates that 'determined' should be pronounced with the stress on the second syllable, as 'determined', not 'determine'.
Why does the script mention 'elite' as a mispronunciation?
-The script mentions 'elite' because it is often mispronounced with the first syllable stressed, but the correct pronunciation is with the stress on the second syllable, 'elite'.
What is the correct pronunciation of 'gyroscope'?
-The script states that 'gyroscope' should be pronounced with the stress on the second syllable, not as 'gyroscope' with an incorrect stress.
How should the word 'merchandise' be pronounced according to the script?
-The script suggests pronouncing 'merchandise' correctly, emphasizing that it is commonly mispronounced but the correct pronunciation is 'merchandise'.
What is the correct pronunciation of 'plateau' as mentioned in the script?
-The script indicates that 'plateau' should be pronounced with the stress on the second syllable, as 'plateau', and not mispronounced in any other way.

Outlines

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📚 Commonly Mispronounced English Words

This paragraph introduces a list of 25 commonly mispronounced words in English. The speaker corrects the pronunciation of each word, emphasizing the proper way to say them. Words like 'acoustic,' 'coco,' 'cough,' 'coupon,' 'elite,' 'gorge,' 'gyroscope,' 'iron,' 'merchandise,' 'mundane,' 'plateau,' 'restaurant,' 'thorough,' 'wolf,' 'worm,' 'vineyard,' 'voom,' 'womb,' 'height,' and 'hint' are discussed. The speaker also mentions the difference between 'thorough' and 'through,' and the correct pronunciation of 'restaurant.' The paragraph ends with an invitation for viewers to share their experiences in the comments.

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Keywords

💡Mispronunciation

Mispronunciation refers to the incorrect or unconventional way of pronouncing a word. In the context of the video, it is the central theme as the script discusses 25 commonly mispronounced words in English. The video aims to correct these mispronunciations and educate viewers on the proper way to say these words, as illustrated by the repeated emphasis on the correct pronunciations throughout the transcript.

💡Acoustic

Acoustic pertains to the properties or phenomena related to sound. In the video, 'acoustic' is highlighted as a word that is frequently mispronounced. The correct pronunciation is emphasized, contrasting with the incorrect versions, to illustrate the common mistake of adding an unnecessary 's' sound at the end, which is not present in the accurate pronunciation.

💡Cocoa

Cocoa is a term used to describe the brown powder made from roasted cocoa beans, used in baking and making hot beverages. The video script clarifies that 'cocoa' is often mispronounced as 'coco' or 'cocoa' with an extra 'a' sound, which is incorrect. The word is used to demonstrate a common pronunciation error where an additional vowel sound is inserted.

💡Coupon

A coupon is a ticket or document that can be redeemed for a discount or rebate when purchasing goods or services. The script points out that 'coupon' is often mispronounced, with the video aiming to correct this by emphasizing the correct pronunciation, which lacks the 'n' sound that some people mistakenly include.

💡Determined

Determined refers to being resolute or having made a firm decision. In the video, 'determined' is used to illustrate a common pronunciation error where people might incorrectly add an 'r' sound at the end of the word. The script corrects this by showing the proper pronunciation without the additional 'r'.

💡Elite

Elite denotes a group or class of people considered the best in a particular society or category. The video script uses 'elite' to show a common mispronunciation where people might say 'classy elite' instead of the correct 'elite'. This highlights the tendency to add unnecessary syllables to words.

💡Gyroscope

A gyroscope is an instrument used for measuring or maintaining orientation and angular velocity. The video points out that 'gyroscope' is often mispronounced, with the script emphasizing the correct way to say it, which includes the silent 'i' and 'e' sounds that are frequently overlooked.

💡Legit

Legit is a colloquial shortening of 'legitimate', meaning genuine or authentic. The script notes that 'legit' is sometimes mispronounced as 'legit' with an extra 't' sound, which is incorrect. The video corrects this by demonstrating the proper pronunciation.

💡Merchandise

Merchandise refers to goods that are bought or sold, typically in a retail context. The video script mentions 'merchandise' as a word that is often mispronounced, with the correct pronunciation being emphasized to show the proper way to articulate the 'ch' and 'i' sounds.

💡Mundane

Mundane describes something as ordinary or commonplace, lacking excitement or interest. The video uses 'mundane' to illustrate a common pronunciation error where people might omit the 'n' sound. The script provides the correct pronunciation to clarify this mistake.

💡Restaurant

A restaurant is an establishment where people pay to sit and eat meals that are cooked and served on the premises. The video script highlights 'restaurant' as a word that is frequently mispronounced, with the video aiming to correct the common mistake of omitting the 'au' sound, emphasizing the correct pronunciation.

Highlights

Introduction to 25 commonly mispronounced words in English

Correct pronunciation of 'acoustic' as 'acoustic', not 'acoustic'

Mispronunciation of 'berry' in Indian English as 'burri' instead of 'berry'

The correct pronunciation of 'cocoa' is 'cocoa', not 'coco'

The word 'cough' should be pronounced as 'cough', not 'coff'

The correct pronunciation of 'coupon' is emphasized, not 'coupon'

Mispronunciation of 'determined' as 'determined' instead of 'determine'

The word 'elite' is often mispronounced as 'elite', but should be 'elite'

The pronunciation of 'gorge' as 'gage' is incorrect; it should be 'gorge'

The word 'engineer' should be pronounced as 'engineer', not 'engineer'

The absence of the 'r' sound in the pronunciation of 'government'

The silent 'i' in 'gyroscope', pronounced as 'gyroscope'

The pronunciation of 'legit' is 'legit', not 'legit'

The correct pronunciation of 'merchandise' is highlighted, not 'merchandise'

The word 'mundane' is often mispronounced, but should be 'mundane'

The pronunciation of 'plateau' is 'plateau', not a common mispronunciation

The correct pronunciation of 'poem' and 'restaurant' is emphasized

The distinction between 'thorough' and 'through' in pronunciation

The pronunciation of 'wolf' is clarified as 'wolf', not 'wolf'

The word 'verm' is often mispronounced as 'warm', but should be 'verm'

The pronunciation of 'womb' is 'womb', not 'warm' or 'worm'

The original pronunciation of 'high end' is discussed, contrasting with the Indian 'hint'

Invitation for viewers to comment on new pronunciations learned

Promise of more pronunciation lessons in future videos