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ellipsis
Definition:
(nou) omission or suppression of parts of words or sentences
Phonetic Transcription:
ɪˈlɪpsɪs
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Common mistakes of ellipsis pronunciation
- Incorrect vowel sound: Many learners mispronounce "ellipsis" by using an incorrect vowel sound in the second syllable, saying /ˈɛlɪpsɪs/ instead of /ɪˈlɪp.sɪs/. Tip: Focus on the "i" in the second syllable, pronounced as /ɪ/.
- Stress placement error: Some people place the primary stress incorrectly on the first syllable, saying /ˈɛlɪpsɪs/. The correct stress is on the second syllable: /ɪˈlɪp.sɪs/. Tip: Practice saying "ellipsis" with emphasis on the "lip".
- Omitting syllables: A common mistake is to say "ellipsis" as if it were a two-syllable word, like /ɪˈlɪp.sɪ/. This omission makes it sound incomplete. Tip: Ensure you pronounce all three syllables clearly.
- Confusing with similar words: Some learners confuse "ellipsis" with "ellipse," leading to mispronunciation. "Ellipse" is pronounced /ɪˈlɪps/. Tip: Remember that "ellipsis" has an extra syllable, making it /ɪˈlɪp.sɪs/.
- Mispronouncing "s" sounds: A frequent error is pronouncing the final "s" in "ellipsis" too softly, saying /ɪˈlɪp.i/. The correct pronunciation includes a clear /s/ sound. Tip: Emphasize the ending "s" to avoid confusion.