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accomplishment
Definition:
(nou) the action of accomplishing something (nou) an ability that has been acquired by training
Phonetic Transcription:
əˈkʌmplɪʃmənt
Examples:
The feeling of accomplishment, however, is indescribable.
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Common mistakes of accomplishment pronunciation
- Stress placement: Some speakers incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "ac-com-PLISH-ment" instead of the correct "ac-COM-plish-ment" /əˈkɑːmplɪʃmənt/ (US) /əˈkɒmplɪʃmənt/ (UK). Tip: Focus on emphasizing the third syllable for clarity.
- Mispronouncing "ch": The "ch" in "accomplishment" is often mispronounced as "sh," resulting in "ac-com-plish-ment." The correct pronunciation should maintain the "ch" sound /tʃ/. Tip: Remember that "ch" in this context is pronounced like "ch" in "chair."
- Dropping the final "t": Some people omit the "t" at the end, saying "accomplishmen" instead of "accomplishment." This leads to a loss of clarity in speech. Tip: Always articulate the final "t" sound clearly to avoid confusion.
- Overemphasizing the first syllable: Some speakers place too much emphasis on the first syllable, saying "AC-com-plish-ment." The correct stress is on the second syllable. Tip: Practice saying the word slowly, focusing on the correct stress pattern.
- Vowel sound confusion: The vowel sound in the second syllable can be mispronounced as /æ/ instead of /ɪ/, leading to "ac-com-plash-ment." This alters the word's meaning. Tip: Pay attention to the vowel sounds; "i" should sound like the "i" in "it."