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divine
Definition:
(nou) terms referring to the Judeo-Christian God (nou) a clergyman or other person in religious orders
Phonetic Transcription:
dɪˈvaɪn
Examples:
The patron of the village is the divine holy ghost.
Theology is the study of a God or gods and the nature of the divine.
The divine countenance is the face of God.
Definition
(nou) terms referring to the Judeo-Christian God (nou) a clergyman or other person in religious orders
Phonetic Transcription
dɪˈvaɪn
Examples:
The patron of the village is the divine holy ghost.
Theology is the study of a God or gods and the nature of the divine.
The divine countenance is the face of God.
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Common mistakes of divine pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "di-ˈvine". The correct pronunciation is "dɪˈvaɪn" with the primary stress on the second syllable. Tip: Remember to emphasize the "vine" part.
- Vowel sound confusion: Some may pronounce "divine" as "dɪˈvɪn" using a short "i" sound. The correct pronunciation uses a long "i" as in "vine" /vaɪn/. Tip: Focus on the "i" sounding like "eye".
- Final "n" sound: A common mistake is to omit the final "n" sound, pronouncing it as "dɪˈvaɪ". The correct form is "dɪˈvaɪn" with a clear "n" at the end. Tip: Practice saying the word slowly to ensure you include the "n".
- Overemphasis on "d": Some learners stress the "d" too much, making it sound harsh, like "ˈdivine". The correct pronunciation is softer, "dɪˈvaɪn". Tip: Keep the "d" light to maintain the flow of the word.
- Mispronouncing as a two-syllable word: A frequent error is saying "di-ˈvīn" as if it has two syllables. "Divine" is a single, three-syllable word pronounced "dɪˈvaɪn". Tip: Break it down into "di" and "vine" to help with clarity.
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