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conference
Definition:
(nou) a prearranged meeting for consultation or exchange of information or discussion (especially one with a formal agenda) (nou) an association of sports teams that organizes matches for its members (nou) a discussion among participants who have an agreed (serious) topic
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈkɒnfərəns
Examples:
Michael holds a conference room meeting on the subject of ageism.
The two largest conferences are the annual conference and the midwinter meeting.
The large table in the conference room is simple varnished wood.
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Common mistakes of conference pronunciation
- Stress on the wrong syllable: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "con-FER-ence" instead of the correct "CON-ference" (/ˈkɒn.fər.əns/ for UK, /ˈkɑːn.fər.əns/ for US). Tip: Emphasize the first syllable to sound more natural.
- Missing the "r" sound: Some speakers omit the "r" in "conference," pronouncing it as "con-fence." This can lead to misunderstandings. Tip: Practice saying the "r" clearly in the second syllable.
- Incorrect vowel sound: People often mispronounce the first vowel in "conference," using a short "o" sound instead of the correct "ah" sound. This results in "con-fence" instead of "CON-ference." Tip: Focus on the "o" as in "cot" for accuracy.
- Overemphasizing the second syllable: Some speakers place too much emphasis on the second syllable, making it sound like "con-FER-ence." This can create confusion. Tip: Keep the stress on the first syllable for clarity.
- Skipping the "e" sound: In rapid speech, some may drop the "e" in the last syllable, pronouncing it as "conferens." This can make the word unclear. Tip: Ensure to pronounce the "e" clearly to maintain the word's integrity.