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affect
Definition:
(nou) the conscious subjective aspect of feeling or emotion
Phonetic Transcription:
əˈfekt
Examples:
Affective science is the scientific study of emotion or affect.
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Common mistakes of affect pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "affect" as /əˈfɛkt/ instead of the correct first syllable stress /ˈæfɛkt/. Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable, "af".
- Confusing with "effect": Some confuse "affect" with "effect", pronouncing them similarly. "Affect" is a verb, while "effect" is a noun. Tip: Focus on the meanings; "affect" starts with "a" as in "action".
- Vowel sound errors: Non-native speakers may mispronounce the "a" in "affect", saying it like /ɑː/ instead of /æ/. Tip: Practice saying "cat" to get the correct short "a" sound before "fect".
- Overemphasizing the final consonant: Some learners overly stress the "t" at the end, making it sound harsh. The correct pronunciation is softer, as in /ˈæfɛkt/. Tip: Try to keep the final "t" subtle and quick.
- Incorrect vowel length: Learners might elongate the vowel sound in "affect", saying /ˈæːfɛkt/. The correct pronunciation has a short vowel. Tip: Practice with similar short vowel words like "pet" to get the right length.