Mispronouncing buoy. The thing that floats in a navigation channel is not a boo-ee. It's a boy. Think about it. Would you call something that floats boo-ee-ant? Also, in a similar vein, pronouncing Brett Favre's last name as if the r comes before the v. It doesn't, so stop it. Hotel
In his book "The Road to Little Dribbling: More Notes from a Small Island," Bill Bryson highlights common mispronunciations that can lead to confusion. One such example is the word "buoy," which many incorrectly say as "boo-ee," when it should be pronounced like "boy." This mispronunciation contrasts with the word "buoyant," which clearly has a different sound, emphasizing the need for accuracy in language.
Another example Bryson mentions is the incorrect pronunciation of NFL quarterback Brett Favre's last name, often misread as "Fahrv" instead of the correct "Farve." These missteps serve as a reminder of the importance of correct pronunciation, not just for clarity but also as a way to show respect for names and terms that carry specific meanings.
