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debate
Definition:
(nou) a discussion in which reasons are advanced for and against some proposition or proposal (nou) the formal presentation of a stated proposition and the opposition to it (usually followed by a vote)
Phonetic Transcription:
dɪˈbeɪt
Examples:
The maturity of debate within the forum is astounding.
The result of the debate was 'discussion aborted'.
A lot of the facts, discussion, and debate postdate the older discussion.
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Common mistakes of debate pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "de-BATE" instead of the correct "DE-bate" (/dɪˈbeɪt/ in US and /dɪˈbeɪt/ in UK). Tip: Focus on emphasizing the first syllable for accurate pronunciation.
- Vowel sound confusion: Many people pronounce the first syllable as "dee" instead of the correct "di" (/dɪ/). This can lead to misunderstandings. Tip: Practice the short "i" sound, as in "sit," to improve clarity.
- Overemphasizing the "t": Some speakers pronounce "debate" with a strong "t" sound, making it sound overly harsh. The correct pronunciation has a softer "t" (/t/). Tip: Lightly touch the tongue to the roof of the mouth for a smoother finish.
- Dropping the final "e": A common mistake is to omit the final "e," resulting in a pronunciation like "debat." This is incorrect as the "e" indicates the long "a" sound. Tip: Always pronounce the final "e" to maintain the correct sound.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners sometimes mix up "debate" with "debated" or "debater," which alters the pronunciation. "Debate" is pronounced /dɪˈbeɪt/, while the others have different stress patterns. Tip: Familiarize yourself with each word's stress and syllable structure for better differentiation.