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eternity
Definition:
(nou) time without end (nou) a state of eternal existence believed in some religions to characterize the afterlife (nou) a seemingly endless time interval (waiting)
Phonetic Transcription:
ɪˈtɜːnɪti
Examples:
It is the guardian and protector of eternity.
He believed in the eternity of the universe.
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Common mistakes of eternity pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners stress the second syllable, saying "e-TER-nity" instead of "e-TER-ni-ty" (ˈɪːtɜːrnɪti/ɪˈtɜːnɪti). Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the second syllable.
- Ignoring the vowel sound: Many pronounce "eternity" with a short "i" sound, saying "eternity" instead of "eternity" (ɪˈtɜːrnɪti). Tip: Focus on the "e" as a clear "i" sound in the second syllable.
- Overemphasizing the "t": Some speakers pronounce "eternity" with an exaggerated "t" sound, making it sound like "e-ter-ni-ty" (ɪˈtɜːrnɪti). Tip: Keep the "t" soft and natural to maintain the word's flow.
- Skipping the "e" sound: Learners sometimes drop the initial "e" sound, saying "ternity" instead of "eternity" (ɪˈtɜːrnɪti). Tip: Always pronounce the initial "e" clearly to avoid confusion.
- Mispronouncing the final "y": Some people pronounce the last syllable as "tee" instead of "ti," saying "eternity" (ɪˈtɜːrnɪti). Tip: Ensure the final syllable sounds like "ni" to sound correct.