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How to pronounce:
despondent
Phonetic Transcription:
dɪˈspɒndənt
Examples:
If the previous mazurka is dark and sad, this one is utterly despondent.
Lyndon Johnson was depressed and despondent at the course of recent events.
The despondent Rebecca prays for God's protection.
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Common mistakes of despondent pronunciation
- Stress placement: Some learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying /dɪˈspɒndənt/ instead of the correct stress on the second syllable /dɪˈspɒndənt/. Tip: Focus on stressing the "spon" part.
- Vowel sounds: Mispronouncing the "o" as /oʊ/ instead of /ɒ/ can lead to confusion. For example, saying "despondent" as /dɪˈspoʊndənt/. Tip: Practice the short vowel sound /ɒ/ like in "cot."
- Final "t" sound: Some may drop the final "t" sound, saying /dɪˈspɒndə/ instead of /dɪˈspɒndənt/. Tip: Ensure you pronounce the "t" clearly to maintain the word's integrity.
- Syllable omission: Omitting the second syllable and saying "despond" instead of "despondent" can alter meaning. Tip: Remember to articulate all syllables: "des-pon-dent."
- Overemphasis on "d": Some may overemphasize the initial "d" sound, leading to an unnatural pronunciation like /ˈdɛspɒndənt/. Tip: Keep the initial "d" sound soft and smooth to sound more natural.