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activity

Definition:

(nou) any specific behavior (nou) the state of being active (nou) an organic process that takes place in the body (nou) the capacity of a substance to take part in a chemical reaction (nou) a process existing in or produced by nature (rather than by the intent of human beings) (nou) the trait of being active; moving or acting rapidly and energetically

Phonetic Transcription:

ækˈtɪvəti

Examples:

What do you do for provident activity

But here the purpose of the activity was one of activism.

The activity was confined to schedule.

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Common mistakes of activity pronunciation

Misplacing the stress: Many learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "ac-TIV-i-ty" /ækˈtɪv.ɪ.ti/ (US) or /ækˈtɪv.ɪ.ti/ (UK). This can lead to misunderstandings. Tip: Always stress the second syllable, "TIV".
Overemphasizing the first syllable: Some may say "AC-tivity" /ˈæk.tɪ.vɪ.ti/ (US) or /ˈæk.tɪ.vɪ.ti/ (UK) with too much emphasis on "AC". This can sound unnatural. Tip: Keep the first syllable light and focus on "TIV".
Dropping the vowel sound: A common mistake is omitting the vowel in the second syllable, pronouncing it as "actvity". This leads to confusion and miscommunication. Tip: Ensure you pronounce all vowel sounds clearly, especially "i".
Incorrect vowel pronunciation: Learners might mispronounce the "i" in "activity" as a long vowel, saying "activitee" instead of the correct short "i". This can alter the meaning. Tip: Use a short "i" sound, as in "bit".
Mispronouncing the final "y": Some might pronounce the last syllable as "tee" instead of the correct "ti". This can lead to a misunderstanding of the word. Tip: Remember to use the short "i" sound in the final syllable.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "activity" in American English?

In American English, "activity" is pronounced as /ækˈtɪvɪti/ with the primary stress on the second syllable, "tiv." The "a" sounds like "a" in "cat," and the "i" in the second syllable sounds like "i" in "it."

What is the British pronunciation of "activity"?

In British English, "activity" is pronounced the same way as in American English: /ækˈtɪvɪti/. The stress also falls on the second syllable, making it consistent between the two dialects.

How many syllables are in the word "activity"?

The word "activity" has four syllables: ac-tiv-i-ty. Each syllable is pronounced clearly, which helps with understanding and speaking the word correctly.

Is there a schwa sound in "activity"?

Yes, the final "i" in "activity" is pronounced as a schwa /ɪ/, which sounds like "ih." This unstressed syllable is softer and quicker than the others, making the pronunciation smoother.