Pronunciation fails are like broccoli caught in your teeth. A good friend will tell you; a bold acquaintance might tell you; others will inwardly cringe and let it slide.

Although pronunciation fails can be funny, to some people, it is akin to hearing nails on a chalkboard, or it is downright embarrassing.

“Recently, I said expidentionally instead of exponentially. I was speaking with a highly intelligent friend. I think she threw up in her mouth, a little.”Continue reading