Start with 'tac', like 'tack'.
Add 'tie', as in tying shoes.
Then say 'vol' like in 'volume'.
Use 'un', as in 'under'.
End with 'teer', like 'tier'.
tac-tie-vol-on-teer
tac-tie-vo-lun-teer
tak-tea-vol-un-teer
Start with 'tac', like 'tack'.
Add 'tie', as in tying shoes.
Then say 'vol' like in 'volume'.
Use 'un', as in 'under'.
End with 'teer', like 'tier'.
tac-tie-vol-on-teer
tac-tie-vo-lun-teer
tak-tea-vol-un-teer
People often confuse 'tac' with 'take'. Focus on the short 'a'.
Yes, it sounds like 'vol' in 'volume'.
The stress is on 'teer', making it sound longer.
A volunteer involved in tactical tasks or roles.
[ˌvɒlənˈtɪr]
A person who offers to help.
[ˈtæk.tɪk]
An action for achieving a goal.
[tækˈtɪʃ.ən]
A person skilled in tactics.
Different emphasis than 'volunteer'
'Tactic' shares 'tac' but not 'tie-volunteer'.
Tactician ends differently.
Focus on elongating 'teer' to avoid flat pronunciation.
Make sure 'tie' is distinct to aid clarity.
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