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excitement
Definition:
(nou) the feeling of lively and cheerful joy (nou) the state of being emotionally aroused and worked up (nou) something that agitates and arouses (nou) disturbance usually in protest
Phonetic Transcription:
ɪkˈsaɪtmənt
Examples:
The message created intense excitement and enthusiasm among the seamen.
It is not confused by the excitement of the moment.
The adventure was full of excitement.
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Common mistakes of excitement pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, pronouncing it as /ɪkˈsaɪt.mənt/. In both US and UK English, the correct stress is on the second syllable: /ɪkˈsaɪt.mənt/. Tip: Remember to emphasize "sight" when saying "excitement."
- Overemphasizing consonants: People sometimes overemphasize the "t" sound, making it sound harsh, like /ɪkˈsaɪt̬.ment/. In both accents, the "t" should be softer and more connected to the following "m." Tip: Focus on a smooth transition between "t" and "m."
- Dropping the vowel: Some speakers skip the vowel sound in the second syllable, saying /ɪkˈsaɪtmənt/. This can make the word hard to understand. Both US and UK pronunciations include the schwa /ə/. Tip: Ensure you pronounce the "ə" clearly to maintain clarity.
- Incorrect vowel length: Learners might pronounce the first syllable too short, saying /ɪkˈsaɪt.mənt/. The "ex" should be pronounced with a clear vowel sound, /ɪk/, rather than a quick "i." Tip: Practice elongating the "e" sound slightly to achieve the correct pronunciation.
- Confusing "excitement" with "excited": Some confuse the two words, pronouncing "excitement" as /ɪkˈsaɪtɪd/. While they share roots, "excitement" has a distinct sound and syllable structure. Tip: Focus on the "-ment" ending to differentiate the two words clearly.