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equanimous
Definition:
(nou) steadiness of mind under stress
Phonetic Transcription:
ˌekwəˈnɪmɪti
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Common mistakes of equanimous pronunciation
- Stress misplacement: Many learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "e-qua-'ni-mous" instead of the correct "ˌɛk.wəˈnɪ.məs". Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the third syllable.
- Vowel confusion: Some may pronounce "equanimous" with a long "e" sound at the beginning, saying "ˈi.kwə.nɪ.məs". This is incorrect. Tip: The initial vowel sound is a short "ɛ" as in "bed".
- Syllable omission: A common mistake is to drop the second syllable, saying "ˈɛk.nɪ.məs". This changes the word significantly. Tip: Ensure you pronounce all four syllables clearly: "ˌɛk.wəˈnɪ.məs".
- Final "s" sound: Some speakers may soften the final "s", pronouncing it as "ˌɛk.wəˈnɪ.mə". This is inaccurate. Tip: Always pronounce the final "s" clearly to maintain the integrity of the word.
- Mispronouncing "a": Learners might confuse the "a" in "equanimous" with a different vowel sound, saying "ˌɛk.wəˈnæ.məs". Tip: The "a" should be pronounced as a schwa sound /ə/, like the "a" in "sofa".