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enthusiasm
Definition:
(nou) a feeling of excitement (nou) overflowing with eager enjoyment or approval (nou) a lively interest
Phonetic Transcription:
ɪnˈθjuːzɪæzəm
Examples:
The message created intense excitement and enthusiasm among the seamen.
The enthusiasm of the public is bequeathed.
It was him with a frenzied enthusiasm by the Christians.
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Common mistakes of enthusiasm pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "en-THU-siasm." The correct stress is on the third syllable: /ɪnˈθjuː.zi.æz.əm/ (US) and /ɪnˈθjuː.zi.æz.əm/ (UK). Tip: Focus on stressing "THU" for clarity.
- Omitting the "th" sound: Some may pronounce "enthusiasm" as "en-siasm," dropping the "th" sound. This can change the word's recognition. The "th" is pronounced /θ/. Tip: Practice saying "think" to master the "th" sound.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: A common mistake is mispronouncing the "u" in the second syllable, saying "en-thoo-siasm" instead of /θjuː/. This can lead to confusion. Tip: Remember that the "u" is pronounced like the "u" in "zoo."
- Overemphasizing the final syllable: Some people put too much emphasis on the last syllable, saying "enthusias-M." The correct pronunciation has a softer ending: /əz.əm/. Tip: Practice saying the word slowly to balance the syllables.
- Blending syllables: Learners sometimes blend syllables, saying "enthusiasm" too quickly, making it sound like one long word. This can lead to miscommunication. Tip: Break it down into four distinct syllables: "en-thu-si-asm."