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devotion
Definition:
(nou) feelings of ardent love (nou) commitment to some purpose (nou) religious zeal; the willingness to serve God (nou) religious observance or prayers (usually spoken silently)
Phonetic Transcription:
dɪˈvəʊʃən
Examples:
There was a unique dedication towards devotion in their embracement.
These teachers are imbued with the spirit of dedication and devotion.
His dedication, devotion and obedience to the Master were unparalleled.
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Common mistakes of devotion pronunciation
- Stress placement error: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "de-ˈvo-tion". The correct stress is on the third syllable, "de-ˈvo-tion" in both US and UK English. Tip: Practice saying the word slowly, emphasizing the "vo" syllable.
- Vowel sound confusion: Some may pronounce "devotion" with a short "e" sound, saying "dɪ-ˈvo-tion". The correct pronunciation starts with a long "e" sound, "dɪ-ˈvo-tion". Tip: Listen to native speakers to hear the difference.
- Mispronouncing the "t": A common mistake is to drop the "t" sound, resulting in "de-vo-ʊʃən". The correct pronunciation includes a clear "t", "de-ˈvo-ʊ-ʃən". Tip: Focus on articulating the "t" clearly at the end of the word.
- Syllable count error: Some learners may incorrectly say "devotion" with only two syllables, "de-vo-tion". However, it has three syllables: "de-vo-tion". Tip: Clap for each syllable as you say the word to reinforce the correct count.
- Incorrect vowel length: Mispronouncing the "o" in "devotion" as a short vowel can lead to confusion. The correct sound is a long "o", as in "de-ˈvo-tion". Tip: Practice elongating the "o" sound to master its pronunciation.