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commitment
Definition:
(nou) the trait of sincere and steadfast fixity of purpose (nou) the act of binding yourself (intellectually or emotionally) to a course of action (nou) an engagement by contract involving financial obligation (nou) a message that makes a pledge (nou) the official act of consigning a person to confinement (as in a prison or mental hospital)
Phonetic Transcription:
kəˈmɪtmənt
Examples:
The commitment to melody is still the focus.
They ensued their commitment.
The judge negates the commitment.
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Common mistakes of commitment pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "com-MIT-ment" instead of the correct "COM-mit-ment" (ˈkə-mɪt-mənt). Tip: Focus on emphasizing the first syllable to improve clarity.
- Vowel sounds: Some speakers pronounce the first syllable as "com" with a short "o" sound, similar to "cat". The correct pronunciation uses a schwa sound, "kə". Tip: Practice saying "kə" to master the first syllable.
- Final "t" sound: A common mistake is to soften or drop the final "t" in "commitment", making it sound like "commitmen". The correct pronunciation includes a clear "t" sound (ˈkə-mɪt-mənt). Tip: Emphasize the "t" to ensure proper articulation.
- Overemphasis on syllables: Some learners may overly elongate the syllables, making it sound unnatural. "Commitment" should flow smoothly without overly stressing any syllable. Tip: Practice saying the word at a natural pace to achieve a balanced rhythm.
- Incorrect vowel in the second syllable: A frequent error is pronouncing the second syllable as "mit" with a long "i" sound, like in "meet". The correct sound is a short "i" as in "sit". Tip: Focus on the short "i" to enhance pronunciation accuracy.