What are the most mispronounced words in the English language?

Here are 20 of the most commonly mispronounced words in English, and how to say them right.

• 1 Pronunciation. Ironically, many people mispronounce this word!
• 2 Cupboard.
• 3 Epitome.
• 4 Salmon/almond.
• 5 Library/February.
• 6 Definitely.
• 7 Ask.
• 8 Wednesday.

Is the Y silent in crayon?

Crayola’s website notes “individual and regional dialects may have slightly different pronunciations,” which means technically, no one is incorrect. But they add that Webster’s Dictionary states the proper way to pronounce Crayon is in two syllables: krA on.

Is there more than one correct way to pronounce a word?

Pronunciation varies widely in American English, and you might be surprised to hear that the dictionary offers more than one correct way to say some of your favorite words.

Why do we have different pronunciations of words?

Of course, there are reasons why certain pronunciations might be preferred over others — sometimes because they will be more readily understood, sometimes because they better follow the spelling of the word, and sometimes because they better reflect the word’s history or its language of origin.

What are some words that you can’t pronounce?

If You Mispronounce These 14 Words, You’ll Sound Really Unprofessional. 1 1. Chaise Longue. There is no such thing as a Chaise Lounge. You think there is. Because 19th-century Americans thought there was. You think it makes 2 2. Nuclear. 3 3. For All Intents and Purposes. 4 4. Vehemently. 5 5. Quinoa.

Do you correct people when they call you by the wrong name?

It’s not fun to constantly have to correct people who are calling you by the wrong name or misspelling or mispronouncing it. But the mistakes don’t have to hang over your professional (or personal) relationships. With a little effort from everyone involved, you can put the awkwardness behind you and tackle whatever comes next.