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diploma
Definition:
(nou) a document certifying the successful completion of a course of study
Phonetic Transcription:
dɪˈpləʊmə
Examples:
The diploma is accepted by the European Union.
An embossed seal on the diploma will designate the achievement.
He obtained the diploma in ophthalmology, in London.
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Common mistakes of diploma pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "di-ˈplo-ma". This is incorrect; the primary stress is on the second syllable in both US and UK pronunciations: "dɪˈploʊ.mə" (US), "dɪˈpləʊ.mə" (UK). Tip: Focus on stressing the "plo" syllable.
- Vowel confusion: A common mistake is mispronouncing the vowel sound in the first syllable, saying "ˈdɪp-lo-ma". The correct sound is a short "i" as in "bit": "dɪ". Tip: Practice producing a clear short "i" sound.
- Overemphasizing the "a": Some may say "diplom-a" with an exaggerated "a" at the end. The correct pronunciation has a schwa sound, "mə". Tip: Remember that the final syllable is soft and unstressed.
- Dropping the final syllable: Some speakers might say "diplom" without the last syllable. The full pronunciation includes the final "mə". Tip: Always pronounce all syllables to maintain clarity in "diploma".
- Incorrect vowel length: Learners sometimes use a long "o" sound, saying "dī-plo-ma". The correct sound is a diphthong in US English: "oʊ". Tip: Listen for the slight glide in the "o" sound to get it right.