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existence
Definition:
(nou) the state or fact of existing (nou) everything that exists anywhere
Phonetic Transcription:
ɪɡˈzɪstəns
Examples:
It is the first evidence for the existence of extraterrestrial intelligent life.
It proves the existence of the team.
It's the dichotomy of existence and nonexistence.
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Common mistakes of existence pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners place stress on the second syllable, pronouncing it as /ɪɡˈzɪstəns/. The correct pronunciation is /ɪɡˈzɪstəns/ in US and /ɪɡˈzɪstəns/ in UK. Tip: Focus on emphasizing the first syllable.
- Omitting sounds: It's common to drop the "t" sound, saying "exisence" /ɪɡˈzɪsəns/. The "t" is important for clarity. Tip: Practice saying "existence" slowly to ensure you pronounce every sound.
- Incorrect vowel sound: Some speakers use a short "i" in the first syllable, saying /ɪkˈzɪstəns/. The correct sound is a long "i" /ɪɡˈzɪstəns/. Tip: Listen to native speakers to catch the difference in vowel length.
- Adding extra syllables: Learners might say "ex-ist-ence" /ˈɛksɪstəns/, adding an unnecessary syllable. The word has three syllables. Tip: Break it down into "ex-ist-ence," and practice to keep it smooth.
- Confusing with similar words: Some confuse "existence" with "assistance" /əˈsɪstəns/, leading to mispronunciation. They have different vowel and stress patterns. Tip: Drill both words separately to distinguish their unique sounds.