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acquaintance
Definition:
(nou) personal knowledge or information about someone or something (nou) a relationship less intimate than friendship (nou) a person with whom you are acquainted
Phonetic Transcription:
əˈkweɪntəns
Examples:
He was an acquaintance of the caretaker.
He became the acquaintance of the renowned writer.
Pleased to make your acquaintance Ma'am.
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Common mistakes of acquaintance pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners stress the second syllable, saying "a-ˈkwain-tance". This is incorrect. The primary stress is on the third syllable: "ə-ˈkwān-təns". Tip: Focus on the "kwān" part to get the stress right.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: The first syllable is often mispronounced as "a" instead of "ə". The correct pronunciation is "ə-ˈkwān-təns". Tip: Practice starting with a relaxed "uh" sound for "ə".
- Overemphasizing the "t": Some people pronounce "acquaintance" with a strong "t" sound, as in "a-kwain-"tance. This can make it sound choppy. Tip: Soften the "t" to blend smoothly into the next syllable.
- Omitting the final "ce": Learners sometimes drop the last syllable, saying "ə-ˈkwān-tən". The correct form includes the "ce" sound, pronounced as "ə-ˈkwān-təns". Tip: Make sure to finish with the "təns" to complete the word.
- Confusing with similar words: Some mix up "acquaintance" with "acquaint", leading to mispronunciation. "Acquaint" is pronounced "ə-ˈkwānt". Tip: Remember that "acquaintance" has an additional syllable, making it three syllables long.