Proper pronunciation is important for sounding educated and professional.
Actors need to be experts in different kinds of speech and pronunciation.
Silicone and silicon have different meanings and pronunciations.
Mischievous is often mispronounced as mischievious.
Pronunciation, not pronounciation, is the correct word.
Why is proper pronunciation important?
—Proper pronunciation is important for sounding educated and professional. It can also help others understand you better.
Why do actors need to be experts in different kinds of speech and pronunciation?
—Actors often need to play characters from different backgrounds or regions, and proper pronunciation is crucial for bringing authenticity to their performances.
What is the difference between silicone and silicon?
—Silicone is a rubbery substance used for sealing, while silicon is a chemical substance used in making computer chips.
What is the correct pronunciation of mischievous?
—The correct pronunciation is mischievous, not mischievious.
What is the correct spelling and pronunciation of the word meaning before a wedding?
—The correct spelling is prenuptial, and it is pronounced prenup-shul.
00:00In this video, the speaker teaches ten commonly mispronounced words in English.
01:05Silicone and silicon have different meanings and pronunciations.
02:50Mischievous is often mispronounced as mischievious.
03:50The correct word is pronunciation, not pronounciation.
