What is another word for mispronunciation?

Pronunciation: [mɪspɹənˌʌnsɪˈe͡ɪʃən] (IPA)

Mispronunciation refers to the incorrect pronunciation of a word or words. Some synonyms for mispronunciation include misarticulation, misspeaking, and mispronouncement. Other similar words include misreading, missaying, and misuttering. These terms all describe a situation in which someone has failed to properly pronounce a word, resulting in a potential miscommunication. It is important to strive for clear and accurate communication, and being able to recognize and correct any mispronunciations can help ensure that messages are properly understood by all parties involved.

What are the hypernyms for Mispronunciation?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    verbal mistake, faulty articulation, incorrect speech, poor enunciation.

What are the hyponyms for Mispronunciation?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.
  • hyponyms for mispronunciation (as nouns)

What are the opposite words for mispronunciation?

Mispronunciation refers to the incorrect way of pronouncing a word. Its antonyms are words that describe the opposite, which is the correct way of pronouncing words. These words include proper pronunciation, enunciation, articulation, and diction. Proper pronunciation involves accurately pronouncing each syllable and vowel sound in a word. Enunciation involves clear and distinct pronunciation, emphasizing each sound for better comprehension. Articulation refers to clear pronunciation of consonant sounds, while diction refers to choosing the right words and pronouncing them correctly. Utilizing these antonyms, individuals can communicate more effectively by ensuring their words are clear, accurate, and easily understood.

What are the antonyms for Mispronunciation?

Usage examples for Mispronunciation

Drownded, mispronunciation of drowned, Glossary.
"Practical Grammar and Composition"
Thomas Wood
Attackted, mispronunciation of attacked, Glossary.
"Practical Grammar and Composition"
Thomas Wood
Mrs. Amyot was evidently a favorite with these austere sisters, for every corner was crowded, and as we entered a pale usher with an educated mispronunciation was setting forth to several dejected applicants the impossibility of supplying them with seats.
"The Greater Inclination"
Edith Wharton

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