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conservative
Definition:
(nou) a person who is reluctant to accept changes and new ideas (nou) a member of a Conservative Party
Phonetic Transcription:
kənˈsɜːvətɪv
Examples:
The majority of the city's inhabitants are socially conservative.
The Sun was the most politically conservative of the three.
The political attitudes of the majority of the population are conservative.
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Common mistakes of conservative pronunciation
- Stress placement: Some learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "con-ˈser-vative". This is incorrect; the primary stress is on the third syllable: "con-ˈser-vative". Tip: Remember to emphasize the "ser" when pronouncing "conservative".
- Vowel sounds: A common mistake is mispronouncing the "a" in "conservative" as /æ/ instead of /ə/. This leads to saying "con-ˈsærv-ə-tiv". Tip: Use the schwa sound /ə/ for the "a" to sound more natural.
- Syllable reduction: Some speakers may overemphasize the last syllable, pronouncing it as "con-ˈser-vā-tiv". The correct pronunciation is "con-ˈser-və-tiv". Tip: Keep the last syllable short and soft to maintain clarity.
- Omitting sounds: A frequent error is dropping the "t" sound, resulting in "con-ˈser-ə-vive". The "t" is essential in "conservative" and should be pronounced clearly. Tip: Practice saying "con-ˈser-vative" slowly to ensure you articulate the "t".
- Linking sounds: Some learners may struggle with linking the sounds, creating awkward pauses, such as "con-ˈser vative". The correct form flows smoothly: "con-ˈser-vative". Tip: Practice saying the word as one continuous flow to improve fluency.