How to pronounce "hospitality"

hospitality

Noun
American
/ˌhɑːspɪˈtæləti/

Syllable Breakdown

hos pi tal i ty

How natives say hospitality

British
/ˌhɒspɪˈtalɪti/

Syllable Breakdown

hos pi tal i ty

How natives say hospitality

Pronunciation Guide In American

Pronunciation Steps

  • Start with 'hos', using 'hah' like 'hot' but with a soft 'h'.

  • Say 'pi' as in 'pit' but short and quick.

  • Say 'tal', stressing on it, similar to 'tall' but shorter.

  • Add 'i', pronounced as a quick 'i' sound.

  • End with 'ty', pronounced as 'tee'.

Common Mistakes

  • hos-i-tal-i-ty (missing 'p' in second syllable)

  • hos-pit-al-i-tee (incorrect ending sound)

  • hos-pi-tal-tee (stress on wrong syllable)

Pronunciation Guide In British

Pronunciation Steps

  • Start with 'hos', using 'ho' like 'hot' with a short rounded 'o'.

  • Say 'pi' with a short 'i' as in 'pit'.

  • Say 'tal', stressing on it, as in 'tall' but shorter.

  • Add 'i', with a quick 'i' sound.

  • Finish with 'ty', pronounced like 'tee'.

common mistakes

  • hos-i-tal-i-ty (missing 'p' sound)

  • hos-pit-al-i-tee (incorrect ending sound)

  • hos-pi-tal-tee (wrong stress)

FAQ

How do I stress the word?

Stress the 'tal' in 'hospitality'.

What shape should my mouth be?

Round your lips slightly for the 'hos' and 'ty' parts.

Why is the 'p' so important?

The 'p' prevents confusion with similar-sounding words.

Definition

hospitality

The friendly and generous reception of guests.

Word Family

hospital

/ˈhɑːspɪtl/

noun

A place for medical treatment.

Example: She went to the hospital.

host

/hoʊst/

noun

Person who receives guests.

Example: He was the host of the party.

hospitable

/ˈhɑːspɪtəbl/

adjective

Friendly to guests.

Example: She is very hospitable.

Key Pronunciation Differences

The ending 'pital-ity' vs. just 'hospital'.

Different ending sounds, 'ality' vs. 'host'.

Emphasis on different syllables compared to 'hospitable'.

Pro Tips

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/əˈkɑːm.plɪʃ/

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/əˈfɔrd/

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