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destiny
Definition:
(nou) an event (or a course of events) that will inevitably happen in the future (nou) the ultimate agency regarded as predetermining the course of events (often personified as a woman) (nou) your overall circumstances or condition in life (including everything that happens to you)
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈdestɪni
Examples:
The novel deals with the themes of fate and destiny.
It was her destiny to be unfortunate.
But the Marlins were the team of destiny.
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Common mistakes of destiny pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "des-TI-ny" instead of "DES-ti-ny". Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable, marked as ˈdɛs.tɪ.ni in IPA.
- Vowel confusion: Some might pronounce "destiny" with a long "e" sound, saying "dee-stiny". This is incorrect. Tip: Focus on the short "e" sound /ɛ/ in the first syllable, as in "bed", to avoid this mistake.
- Overemphasizing the final "y": A common error is to overly stress the ending, saying "destin-ee". Tip: Keep the final syllable light and quick, pronounced as /ni/, not drawn out.
- Dropping the "t" sound: Some speakers may omit the "t" sound, saying "desiny". This can lead to confusion. Tip: Ensure you clearly pronounce the "t" as /t/ in the second syllable to maintain clarity.
- Incorrect vowel in the second syllable: Some may use a diphthong, pronouncing it as "destin-eye". This is incorrect. Tip: Use a short "i" sound /ɪ/ in the second syllable, as in "sit", to pronounce it correctly.