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anthropomorphism
Definition:
(nou) the representation of objects (especially a god) as having human form or traits
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Common mistakes of anthropomorphism pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "an-thro-po-'mor-phism". The correct stress is on the fourth syllable: "an-thro-po-ˈmɔːr-fɪ-zəm" (US) / "an-thro-po-ˈmɔː-fɪ-zəm" (UK). Tip: Focus on stressing "mor" to sound more natural.
- Vowel sounds: Some might pronounce "o" in "mor" as a short "o", saying "mor" like "mop". The correct pronunciation is with a long "o" sound: "mɔːr" (US) / "mɔː" (UK). Tip: Practice saying "more" to get the right vowel sound.
- Syllable omission: A common mistake is dropping the second "o", resulting in "an-thro-'morphism". The proper pronunciation includes all syllables: "an-thro-po-ˈmɔːr-fɪ-zəm". Tip: Break the word down into syllables to ensure each part is pronounced clearly.
- Ending sound: Some may mispronounce the ending as "ism", saying "iz-əm" instead of "ɪ-zəm". The correct ending is "fɪ-zəm" (US) / "fɪ-zəm" (UK). Tip: Listen to native speakers to hear the difference in the ending sound.
- Consonant clarity: Learners sometimes blend the "m" and "o" in "mor", leading to a slurred pronunciation. The correct articulation is clear: "mɔːr" (US) / "mɔː" (UK). Tip: Practice saying "more" slowly to improve clarity in your pronunciation.