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fertility
Definition:
(nou) the ratio of live births in an area to the population of that area; expressed per 1000 population per year (nou) the state of being fertile; capable of producing offspring (nou) the property of producing abundantly and sustaining vigorous and luxuriant growth
Phonetic Transcription:
fəˈtɪlɪti
Examples:
The rich estrogens of the durian may increase fertility.
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Common mistakes of fertility pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners incorrectly place stress on the second syllable, pronouncing it as /fərˈtɪləti/. The correct stress is on the third syllable: /fərˈtɪlɪti/. Tip: Practice emphasizing the "til" in "fertility" to get it right.
- Dropping the "r": Some speakers may omit the "r" sound, saying "fertility" as /fɛˈtɪlɪti/. This can lead to misunderstandings. Tip: Focus on clearly articulating the "r" in the first syllable: /fər/.
- Confusing vowel sounds: It's common to confuse the "e" and "i" sounds, pronouncing it as /fɛrˈtɪlɪti/ instead of /fərˈtɪlɪti/. This can change the word's clarity. Tip: Pay attention to the schwa sound /ə/ in the first syllable.
- Mispronouncing the "t": Some may pronounce the "t" as a soft "d," saying /fərˈdɪlɪti/. This is incorrect. Tip: Make sure to pronounce the "t" clearly and firmly, as in /tɪ/.
- Ignoring the final "y": A frequent mistake is neglecting the "y" sound at the end, leading to /fərˈtɪlɪt/. The correct pronunciation includes the "y": /fərˈtɪlɪti/. Tip: Practice saying the full word to ensure the last syllable is pronounced.