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[vc_row][vc_column][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]In English, word pronunciation is not always convenient. Unlike in some languages, there isn\u2019t always a direct correlation between how words get spelled and spoken.<\/p>\n

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The English language is a terrific jumble of loanwords or words adopted from other languages, each with its own pronunciation standards.<\/p>\n

Anyone\u00a0trying to learn English<\/a>\u00a0can find it challenging as it has around 20 vowel sounds, 25 consonant sounds, and various inconsistencies in spelling and 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Twelve\u00a0Hard Words to Pronounce in English<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Here are some\u00a0hard English words to say that you may encounter in your everyday routine:<\/p>\n

1. Anemone<\/h3>\n

This word is quite difficult to pronounce<\/a> because of the prevalence of M & N sounds and the [uh-nee] ending that appears to be uttered like the numeral ‘one’, making the word anemone tricky to say.<\/p>\n

However, there is a rhythm to this term that can enable you to pronounce it correctly: “uh\u2013nem\u2013uh-nee”.<\/p>\n

2. Mischievous<\/h3>\n

It’s one of those\u00a0tough pronunciation words in English\u00a0that many people\u00a0struggle with.<\/p>\n

You’ve probably heard folks say “mis-cheev-ee-us” when it’s actually a three-syllable word pronounced MIS-chiv-us.”<\/p>\n

The issue is that the original spelling of the term included an extra I at the end, which was common until the 1700s.<\/p>\n

3. Colonel<\/h3>\n

Native English speakers pronounce this Middle French-derived 16th-century word “ker-nul”.<\/p>\n

Those studying English as a second language, on the other hand, are perplexed by the first ‘o’ which sounds like an ‘e,’ the ‘l’ like an ‘r,’ and the other ‘o’ being absolutely quiet.<\/p>\n

4. Epitome<\/h3>\n

It is customary to speak all vowels in Greek that were adopted into English. This is how we derive the word epitome from the Greek ‘epitom’.<\/p>\n

The ending -e in epitome is not silent, as it is in many other words in English; it is pronounced [ih-pit\u2013uh-mee].<\/p>\n

5. Remuneration<\/h3>\n

People frequently make the mistake of swapping the easily-confused M and N sounds when spelling this word, most likely since the word number is so prevalent in the English language. [ri-myoo-nuh\u2013rey-shuhn] is how you pronounce remuneration.<\/p>\n

Although it refers to payment, the word is derived from the Latin mnus, which means “gift.”<\/p>\n

6. Draught<\/h3>\n

Expatriate English speakers may be bewildered by the pronunciation of this British phrase due to two inconsistencies: the sequencing of the a-u vowel and the composition of the g-h-t consonant.<\/p>\n

While it looks to be pronounced “drot,” it is actually pronounced “draught” (as in “laugh”).<\/p>\n

7. Quinoa<\/h3>\n

While quinoa’s popularity has soared in recent years due to its “superfood” characteristics, many folks still have trouble pronouncing it due to its various vowel blends.<\/p>\n

It’s pronounced “KEEN-wah,” “ken-WAH,” and “KEN-o-ah” according to Standard English<\/a> guidelines. But it’s actually a Spanish term with several valid pronunciations, including “KEEN-wah,” “ken-WAH,” and “KEN-o-ah.”<\/p>\n

8. Onomatopoeia<\/h3>\n

The word onomatopoeia is a jumble of vowels and is probably\u00a0the most difficult English word to pronounce.<\/p>\n

It is pronounced [on-uh-mat-uh\u2013pee\u2013uh], and it defines a word that imitates a sound.<\/p>\n

The \u2013poeia suffix is pronounced [pee\u2013uh]. The letter O is silent.<\/p>\n

9. Scissors<\/h3>\n

It is a somewhat generic term, and most native speakers have no issue pronouncing it.<\/p>\n

However, if you’re learning English<\/a>, this term contains double consonants that can easily confuse you, leading you to believe it’s pronounced “SKIss-ors” (when it’s pronounced differently as “sizzors”).<\/p>\n

Even though it is a single object, it ends in an “s,” which signifies a plural and is referred to as a “pair.”<\/p>\n

10. Isthmus<\/h3>\n

‘Isthmus’ consider as a\u00a0most difficult word to pronounce in English.\u00a0<\/strong>When read aloud, the word isthmus poses a pronunciation issue since most English speakers prefer to sound the ‘TH’ in the word.<\/p>\n

The TH is silent in this situation, resulting in the accurate pronunciation- of “is-muhs.”<\/p>\n

11. Coup<\/h3>\n

Another word from French that has been taken into English yet has a difficult pronunciation is ‘coup’.<\/p>\n

The letters ‘-oup’ at the end of a word get pronounced [oo] in French.<\/p>\n

Not only did we translate this French word into English, but we also adapted the French pronunciation. That is to say, ‘coup’ is pronounced [koo].<\/p>\n

12. Ignominious<\/h3>\n

If you can say it correctly, you can call somebody ignominious if you think they are disgraceful.<\/p>\n

In spite of the relatively shorter length, the 5 syllables crammed with several “i’s” and “o’s” are more than enough to make anyone’s tongue quiver.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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