Whether it’s the complexity of the English language, regional differences, laziness, or other factors, we mispronounce many of our words, often without even realizing it. Here are ten that I’ve noticed in other people. You’ve probably heard some from me, as well.
| CORRECT | INCORRECT |
| What-a-Burger | Water-Burger |
| Realtor | Real-a-tor |
| Height | Heighth |
| Nuclear | Nucular |
| Ask | Aks |
| Idea | Ideal |
| Wash | Warsh |
| Chipotle | Chi-pol-tee |
| Louisiana | Loo-zee-ann-a |
| Vanilla | Va-nell-a |
In doubt about the correct pronunciation of a word? Check Dictionary.com.
What have you heard?