How to Pronounce "Favourite" Correctly
Key Features of the Word
- Phonetic symbols: /ˈfævərɪt/
- Commonly confused with: "favorite" (US spelling)
- Emphatic stress on the first syllable
Step-by-Step Pronunciation Guide
1. Breakdown
Segment | Sound | IPA |
Fav- | Effortless | /ˈfæv/ |
-our- | Soft "our" as in "four" | /ər/ |
-ite | Short "i" sound | /aɪt/ |
2. Common Mistakes
- Mistaking "favourite" for "favorite" (US variant)
- Over-stressing the second syllable
- Confusing /æ/ with /ɑː/ as in "father"
Practical Usage Examples
1. British English Contexts
- "My favourite dish is fish and chips"
- "She has a particular favourite among the books"
2. American English Variants
- "My favorite color is blue"
- "He's got a favorite coffee shop"
Academic References
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