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assistant
Definition:
(nou) a person who contributes to the fulfillment of a need or furtherance of an effort or purpose
Phonetic Transcription:
əˈsɪstənt
Examples:
Alger Hiss served as a temporary legal assistant to the staff of the committee.
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Common mistakes of assistant pronunciation
- Stress misplacement: Many learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "as-ˈsist-ənt". The correct pronunciation is "ə-ˈsɪs-tənt" in both US and UK English. Tip: Focus on the "sist" syllable for correct stress.
- Vowel confusion: Some may pronounce the first vowel as "æ" instead of "ə", resulting in "æ-sistant". The accurate pronunciation starts with "ə", as in "ə-ˈsɪs-tənt". Tip: Practice saying "uh" before the "sist" part to get it right.
- Omitting sounds: A common mistake is dropping the "t" sound, leading to "as-ˈsɪs-ən". The "t" is essential in "ə-ˈsɪs-tənt". Tip: Emphasize the "t" to ensure clarity in your speech.
- Incorrect vowel length: Some learners may pronounce the "i" as a long vowel, saying "as-ˈsiːst-ənt". The correct pronunciation uses a short "i", as in "ɪ". Tip: Shorten the vowel to match the sound in "sit".
- Overemphasizing syllables: A few may overly stress the first syllable, saying "ˈas-sist-ənt". The correct stress is on the second syllable, "ə-ˈsɪs-tənt". Tip: Remember to keep the first syllable light and quick.