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difference
Definition:
(nou) the quality of being unlike or dissimilar (nou) a variation that deviates from the standard or norm (nou) a disagreement or argument about something important (nou) a significant change (nou) the number that remains after subtraction; the number that when added to the subtrahend gives the minuend
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈdɪfrəns
Examples:
It's not the difference of opinion that's the slap in the face.
Clearly there's a difference of opinion on whether immersion means submersion.
It will require much more than difference of opinion to estrange us.
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Common mistakes of difference pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners place the stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "dif-ˈfer-ence" instead of the correct "ˈdif-ference". Tip: Remember to stress the first syllable for clarity.
- Omitting the "e": Many speakers drop the final "e", pronouncing it as "dif-ˈfrens" instead of "ˈdif-ference". Tip: Always include the "e" to maintain the proper pronunciation and avoid confusion.
- Incorrect vowel sound: A common mistake is pronouncing the first vowel as "i" in "difference", leading to "ˈdɪf-ference" instead of "ˈdɪf-ər-ence". Tip: Focus on the schwa sound "ər" in the second syllable for accuracy.
- Overemphasizing the "f": Some learners stress the "f" too much, saying "dif-ˈfence" instead of "ˈdif-ference". Tip: Keep the "f" sound smooth and connected to the rest of the word.
- Blending syllables: It's easy to blend the syllables incorrectly, resulting in "dif-frenz". This alters the pronunciation from "ˈdif-ference". Tip: Clearly enunciate each syllable to ensure correct pronunciation.