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dormant
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈdɔːmənt
Examples:
She is dormant in the ember, in the cinders, in the flame.
What is the difference between dormant and abeyant titles
In the remainder, it remains dormant and the person matures as a heterosexual.
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Common mistakes of dormant pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "dor-'mant". The correct stress is on the first syllable: "ˈdɔrmənt" (US) / "ˈdɔːmənt" (UK). Tip: Focus on emphasizing the first syllable.
- Overpronouncing the "t": It is common to overly articulate the "t" in "dormant", making it sound like "dor-mant". The "t" should be softer, blending smoothly with the preceding sounds. Tip: Keep the "t" subtle and connected to the vowel.
- Ignoring the "r" sound: Some speakers tend to drop the "r" sound, pronouncing it as "doh-mant". This mispronunciation alters the word's clarity. The correct pronunciation includes the "r": "ˈdɔrmənt" (US) / "ˈdɔːmənt" (UK). Tip: Practice the "or" sound to ensure clarity.
- Incorrect vowel sound: A frequent mistake is using a short vowel sound, saying "dorm-ant". The correct vowel in the first syllable is longer: "ˈdɔrmənt" (US) / "ˈdɔːmənt" (UK). Tip: Listen to native speakers to hear the difference in vowel length.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners may confuse "dormant" with "dominant", leading to mispronunciation. "Dormant" has a distinct "or" sound, while "dominant" has "o" as in "hot". Tip: Practice each word separately to distinguish their sounds.