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apprenticeship
Definition:
(nou) works for an expert to learn a trade
Phonetic Transcription:
əˈprentɪs
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Common mistakes of apprenticeship pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "ap-PREN-tice-ship." The correct stress is on the third syllable: /əˈprɛn.tɪs.ʃɪp/ (US) and /əˈprɛnt.ɪs.ʃɪp/ (UK). Tip: Focus on emphasizing "tice" more than "pren."
- Vowel sound confusion: Some pronounce the first syllable as "a" instead of /ə/ (schwa). This leads to saying "A-prentice-ship." The correct pronunciation starts with a relaxed schwa sound. Tip: Practice saying "a" softly, like in "about."
- Final "ship" sound: A common mistake is not pronouncing the "sh" clearly, leading to "apprenticesip." The correct form includes a distinct "sh" sound /ʃ/. Tip: Emphasize the "sh" by practicing words like "fish" or "wish."
- Syllable count: Learners sometimes say "apprenticeships," adding an unnecessary plural sound. The correct word is singular: "apprenticeship" /əˈprɛn.tɪs.ʃɪp/. Tip: Remember that the word refers to a single program or position.
- Over-articulating: Some people over-pronounce the "t" in "apprenticeship," saying "apprentitceship." The correct pronunciation is /əˈprɛn.tɪs.ʃɪp/ without a strong "t" sound. Tip: Keep the "t" soft and connected to the following syllable.