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conviction
Definition:
(nou) an unshakable belief in something without need for proof or evidence (nou) a final judgment of guilty in a criminal case and the punishment that is imposed
Phonetic Transcription:
kənˈvɪkʃən
Examples:
The government and the Judge demanded a conviction.
The judge reversed the conviction and ordered Cole's record expunged.
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Common mistakes of conviction pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "con-VIC-tion" instead of "con-VIC-tion" (ˌkənˈvɪkʃən). Tip: Remember the primary stress is on the third syllable.
- Vowel sounds: Some pronounce the "i" in "conviction" as a long vowel, saying "con-vic-tion" (ˈkɒn.vɪk.ʃən) instead of the short vowel sound. Tip: Focus on a short "i" sound, like in "sit."
- Final consonant: A common mistake is to omit the "t" sound at the end, pronouncing it as "con-vic-shun." Tip: Ensure to clearly articulate the "t" at the end to pronounce "conviction" correctly.
- Syllable count: Some learners may say "con-vict-tion," adding an extra syllable. Tip: Remember "conviction" has three syllables: "con-VIC-tion," not four.
- Linking sounds: When speaking quickly, some blend "n" and "v," resulting in "con-viction" sounding like "con-viction." Tip: Practice pausing slightly between syllables to maintain clarity in pronunciation.