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conscience

Definition:

(nou) motivation deriving logically from ethical or moral principles that govern a person's thoughts and actions (nou) conformity to one's own sense of right conduct (nou) a feeling of shame when you do something immoral

Phonetic Transcription:

ˈkɒnʃəns

Examples:

From the latter came the guilty conscience.

The superego is considered the conscience, and a sense of morality.

This is the basis of empathy and conscience.

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conscience

Related Words:

ethics

guilty

moral

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Common mistakes of conscience pronunciation

Misplacing the stress: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "con-SCI-ence." The correct stress is on the first syllable: /ˈkɒn.ʃəns/ (UK) and /ˈkɑn.ʃəns/ (US). Tip: Emphasize "con" to pronounce it correctly.
Omitting the "s" sound: Some learners may pronounce "conscience" as "con-shence," dropping the "s" sound entirely. This leads to confusion with similar words. The correct pronunciation includes the "s": /ˈkɒn.ʃəns/ (UK) and /ˈkɑn.ʃəns/ (US). Tip: Ensure the "s" is clear when saying the word.
Mispronouncing the "sc" combination: A common mistake is pronouncing "sc" as "sk," resulting in "kon-skience." The correct pronunciation has a "sh" sound: /ˈkɒn.ʃəns/ (UK) and /ˈkɑn.ʃəns/ (US). Tip: Practice saying "sh" before "ence" to get it right.
Confusing with "conscious": Some may mix up "conscience" with "conscious," leading to incorrect pronunciation. "Conscience" is pronounced /ˈkɒn.ʃəns/ (UK) and /ˈkɑn.ʃəns/ (US), while "conscious" is /ˈkɒn.ʃəs/ (UK) and /ˈkɑn.ʃəs/ (US). Tip: Remember that "conscience" has "sh" and not "sc."
Pronouncing the final "ce": A few learners might pronounce the final "ce" as "see," saying "conscience" like "con-scene." The correct ending is a soft "s": /ˈkɒn.ʃəns/ (UK) and /ˈkɑn.ʃəns/ (US). Tip: Focus on the "s" sound at the end to avoid this mistake.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "conscience" correctly?

The word "conscience" is pronounced as /ˈkɒn.ʃəns/ in UK English and /ˈkɑn.ʃəns/ in US English. The primary stress is on the first syllable, "con."

What are the syllables in "conscience"?

"Conscience" has two syllables: "con" and "science." The first syllable is stressed, making it sound like "CON-shence."

Is there a silent letter in "conscience"?

Yes, in "conscience," the "s" is silent, which can be confusing. This contributes to the pronunciation sounding like "CON-shəns."

What is a common mistake when pronouncing "conscience"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress or overemphasizing the "science" part. Remember, the correct pronunciation focuses on the "con" syllable: "CON-shəns."