Proper Pronunciation Guide

alacrity

[ə læ krə ti]

Tips:

  • Pronounce the first letter “a” as a weak schwa vowel
    /ə/.
  • Pronounce the second letter “a” as the short vowel
    /æ/ and stress it.
  • Pronounce the letter “i” as the weak schwa vowel
    /ə/.

Practice Sentence:

 He returned the favor with alacrity.

Definition:

  • (noun) Having the quality of liveliness and cheerfulness; being eager and willing to do something.

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