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collegiate
Definition:
(nou) the body of faculty and students of a college (nou) an institution of higher education created to educate and grant degrees; often a part of a university (nou) a complex of buildings in which an institution of higher education is housed
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈkɒlɪdʒ
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Common mistakes of collegiate pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "co-ˈleg-iate". The correct stress is on the last syllable: "co-ˈliː-ji-ət". Tip: Remember that "collegiate" has a primary stress on the third syllable.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some pronounce "collegiate" with a short "i" sound, as in "kit". The correct pronunciation uses a long "ee" sound: "co-ˈliː-ji-ət". Tip: Practice saying "see" to get the right vowel sound.
- Overemphasizing the first syllable: A common mistake is overemphasizing the first syllable, leading to "ˈco-legiate". The correct form has a weak first syllable: "co-ˈliː-ji-ət". Tip: Say the first syllable quickly and lightly.
- Missing the schwa: Some speakers omit the schwa sound in the last syllable, pronouncing it "collegiat". The correct pronunciation includes the schwa: "co-ˈliː-ji-ət". Tip: Focus on the soft "uh" sound at the end to maintain clarity.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners sometimes confuse "collegiate" with "college", pronouncing it as "ˈkɒl-ɪdʒ". Remember, "collegiate" has a distinct pronunciation: "co-ˈliː-ji-ət". Tip: Practice differentiating the two by emphasizing the ending of "collegiate".