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creativity
Definition:
(nou) the ability to create
Phonetic Transcription:
kriˈeɪtɪv
Examples:
The creativeness of the work show their creativity.
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Common mistakes of creativity pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable "e" instead of the first "cre". In both US and UK English, the correct pronunciation is /ˌkriː.eɪˈtɪv.ɪ.ti/. Tip: Emphasize the first syllable to sound more natural.
- Omitting the vowel sound: Some speakers may drop the vowel sound in the second syllable, saying "creativty". The correct pronunciation includes the "a" sound, as in /ˌkriː.eɪˈtɪv.ɪ.ti/. Tip: Pronounce each syllable clearly to avoid this mistake.
- Confusing the "t" sound: It's common to soften the "t" in "creativity", resulting in a sound closer to "d". The correct sound is a clear /t/ as in /ˌkriː.eɪˈtɪv.ɪ.ti/. Tip: Practice saying "t" distinctly to improve clarity.
- Mispronouncing the last syllable: Some may pronounce the last syllable as "tee" instead of "ti". The correct ending is /ti/ as in /ˌkriː.eɪˈtɪv.ɪ.ti/. Tip: Listen for the short "i" sound for accurate pronunciation.
- Ignoring the rhythm: Many speakers rush through the syllables, making "creativity" sound like one word. The correct rhythm is more pronounced with four distinct syllables: /ˌkriː.eɪˈtɪv.ɪ.ti/. Tip: Practice breaking it down slowly to master the flow.