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circumstance
Definition:
(nou) a condition that accompanies or influences some event or activity (nou) the set of facts or circumstances that surround a situation or event (nou) information that should be kept in mind when making a decision (nou) formal ceremony about important occasions
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈsɜːkəmstəns
Examples:
The circumstance is the same though.
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Common mistakes of circumstance pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "cir-CUM-stance" instead of "CIR-cum-stance" (/ˈsɜr.kəm.stæns/ for US, /ˈsɜː.kəm.stɑːns/ for UK). Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable.
- Skipping the "r": A common mistake is omitting the "r" sound, pronouncing it as "sick-um-stance." This can lead to confusion. Tip: Ensure to pronounce the "r" clearly in "circumstance."
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some people pronounce the "u" as /ʌ/ instead of /ə/, leading to "CIR-cum-stance." This may sound unnatural. Tip: Use the schwa sound /ə/ for the "u" in "circumstance."
- Adding extra syllables: Some learners may add an extra syllable, saying "cir-cum-STAN-ce" instead of "CIR-cum-stance." This alters the word's rhythm. Tip: Practice saying it smoothly as three syllables: "CIR-cum-stance."
- Mispronouncing the final "ce": Some might pronounce it as "circum-stance" with a hard "c" sound. This is incorrect. Tip: The final "ce" should sound like /s/, as in "circumstance."