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coherence
Definition:
(nou) the state of cohering or sticking together (nou) logical and orderly and consistent relation of parts
Phonetic Transcription:
ˌkəʊˈhɪərəns
Examples:
The downside is the need to maintain the spin coherence.
The basis of coherence therapy is the principle of symptom coherence.
Lack of coherence is due to the magic of Wikipedia.
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Common mistakes of coherence pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners stress the second syllable, saying "co-HER-ence" instead of the correct "co-HER-ence" (/koʊˈhɪərəns/ in US, /kəʊˈhɪərəns/ in UK). Tip: Focus on stressing the second syllable to sound more natural.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: A common mistake is pronouncing the first vowel too short, saying "coh-erence" instead of "coh-herence" (/koʊˈhɪərəns/ in US, /kəʊˈhɪərəns/ in UK). Tip: Make sure to pronounce the "o" as a long vowel sound.
- Overemphasizing the "h": Some speakers pronounce "coherence" with an exaggerated "h" sound, making it sound like "coh-HER-ence." The correct pronunciation is "co-HER-ence" (/koʊˈhɪərəns/ in US, /kəʊˈhɪərəns/ in UK). Tip: Keep the "h" soft and subtle.
- Dropping the final "ce": Learners might say "coheren" without the final "ce," which changes the word's meaning. The correct pronunciation is "coherence" (/koʊˈhɪərəns/ in US, /kəʊˈhɪərəns/ in UK). Tip: Always articulate the final "ce" clearly.
- Confusing with similar words: Some confuse "coherence" with "coherent," pronouncing it as "co-HER-ent." Remember, "coherence" has a distinct ending. Tip: Practice the endings of both words to differentiate them easily.