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demeanor
Definition:
(nou) the way a person behaves toward other people
Phonetic Transcription:
ˌdɪˈmiːnə
Examples:
Be watchful of the dog's demeanor.
Hendrickson approached the audition in a calm demeanor.
Her actions and demeanor are the opposite of Viese.
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Common mistakes of demeanor pronunciation
- Overemphasizing the first syllable: Many learners stress the first syllable too much, saying "DE-meanor" instead of the correct "di-ˈmiːnər" (US) or "dɪ-ˈmiːnə" (UK). Tip: Focus on the second syllable for proper stress.
- Mispronouncing the second syllable: Some people pronounce "demeanor" as "de-ˈmɛnər," neglecting the long "ee" sound in the second syllable. Tip: Remember the "miː" sound, which is crucial for clarity.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Learners often confuse the vowel sounds, saying "demeanor" with a short "i" sound, resulting in "di-ˈmɛnər." Tip: Practice the long "ee" sound in "miː" to improve accuracy.
- Skipping the final "r": In casual speech, some might drop the "r" in "demeanor," pronouncing it as "di-ˈmiːnə." Tip: Always articulate the final "r" to ensure proper pronunciation, especially in American English.
- Blending the syllables: Some speakers blend the syllables, making "demeanor" sound like "diminor." This can lead to confusion. Tip: Pronounce each syllable distinctly: "di-ˈmiː-nor" for clarity.