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deference
Definition:
(nou) a courteous expression (by word or deed) of esteem or regard (nou) courteous regard for people's feelings (nou) a disposition or tendency to yield to the will of others
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈdefərəns
Examples:
The offer alone shows deference and respect.
I do this out of deference to the respectability of the city of Pogon, Myanmar.
He showed great deference to the church.
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Common mistakes of deference pronunciation
- Stress misplacement: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "de-FER-ence" /ˈdɛfərəns/. The correct stress is on the first syllable: "DEF-er-ence" /ˈdɛf(ə)rəns/. Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable.
- Vowel sound confusion: Some learners pronounce the first vowel as "ee" instead of the correct short "e" sound, saying "deeference." The proper pronunciation starts with /ˈdɛf/. Tip: Practice saying "defend" to get the right vowel sound.
- Missing schwa: A common mistake is omitting the schwa sound in the second syllable, resulting in "deferens." The correct pronunciation includes the schwa: "DEF-er-ence" /ˈdɛf(ə)rəns/. Tip: Listen for the soft "er" sound in the middle.
- Final "nce" sound: Some speakers pronounce the final "nce" too strongly, making it sound like "dance." The correct ending is softer, as in "deference" /ˈdɛf(ə)rəns/. Tip: Focus on a quick, light touch for the "nce" ending.
- Overemphasis on "fer": Learners might stress the second syllable too much, saying "de-FER-ence." The correct pronunciation keeps the second syllable lighter: "DEF-er-ence" /ˈdɛf(ə)rəns/. Tip: Keep the second syllable subtle to maintain the word's flow.