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accident
Definition:
(nou) an unfortunate mishap; especially one causing damage or injury (nou) anything that happens suddenly or by chance without an apparent cause
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈæksɪdənt
Examples:
The accident caused a huge damage.
The accident caused severe damage.
The car disintegrated and Warwick was ejected from the car in the accident.
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Common mistakes of accident pronunciation
- Stress misplacement: Many learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "ac-CI-dent" instead of the correct "AC-ci-dent" (/ˈæk.sɪ.dənt/ in US, /ˈæk.sɪ.dənt/ in UK). Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable.
- Vowel confusion: Some pronounce "accident" with a short "a" sound, saying "a-ccident" instead of the correct "AC-ci-dent" (/ˈæk.sɪ.dənt/). Tip: Focus on the "æ" sound as in "cat" for clarity.
- Missing syllable: A common error is to reduce "accident" to two syllables, saying "AC-dent." This omits the important middle syllable. Tip: Practice saying all three syllables clearly: "AC-ci-dent."
- Final "t" pronunciation: Learners often soften the final "t," pronouncing it as "acciden" instead of "accident" (/ˈæk.sɪ.dənt/). Tip: Ensure you articulate the "t" sound distinctly at the end.
- Overemphasis on consonants: Some people stress the "c" too much, saying "ACC-IDENT" instead of "AC-ci-dent" (/ˈæk.sɪ.dənt/). Tip: Keep the consonants balanced, focusing on the correct syllable stress.