Learn How to Pronounce fervent

Not sure how to say a word? Try the Promova pronunciation tool for free and learn how to pronounce anything in English correctly. Discover over 100,000 words and easily learn English pronunciation online!

Find your word:

Find how to pronounce a word and practice it in our free word pronouncer for English learners!

How to pronounce:

Listen to the pronunciation:

fervent

Phonetic Transcription:

ˈfɜːvənt

Examples:

He was a fervent prohibitionist.

West was a fervent prohibitionist.

The Theseus was regarded with fervent admiration.

Learn more about:
fervent

Related Words:

strong

How to perfect your pronunciation of: fervent

Learn Individual Sounds

Break fervent down into individual sounds such as ˈfɜːvənt. Practice these parts before you learn to say the whole word.

Copy Others

Use the tools above to find out how different people say fervent in their accents, then try to repeat after them.

Pick an Accent

Avoid mixing word pronunciations. If you’re learning American English, stick to it and try not to confuse yourself with British pronunciation.

Record Yourself

Say fervent in the pronunciation tool as many times as it takes before you get it right. Record yourself saying different sentences with fervent.

Get a Native Tutor

Improve your pronunciation with native speakers! Practice with American, British, and Australian teachers on Promova.

Common mistakes of fervent pronunciation

Stress misplacement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "fer-VENT" instead of "FER-vent". Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable, noted as /ˈfɜrvənt/ in US and /ˈfɜːvənt/ in UK.
Vowel confusion: Some may pronounce the "e" in "fervent" as a long "e" sound, resulting in "fervent" sounding like "fervant". Tip: Focus on the short "e" sound /ɛ/ in the first syllable.
Incorrect vowel length: A common mistake is to elongate the first vowel, saying "fee-rvent". This alters the word's meaning. Tip: Use the short vowel sound /ɜr/ for clarity, avoiding unnecessary lengthening.
Silent "t": Some speakers may drop the "t" at the end, pronouncing "ferven". This can lead to misunderstandings. Tip: Always pronounce the final "t" clearly, as in /ˈfɜrvənt/, to ensure proper communication.
Overemphasis on vowels: Some learners may overemphasize the vowel sounds, making it sound overly drawn out. Tip: Keep the syllables balanced, ensuring the first syllable is stressed while maintaining a natural pace.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "fervent" in American English?

In American English, "fervent" is pronounced as /ˈfɜrvənt/. The stress is on the first syllable, which sounds like "fur," followed by a softer "vuhnt."

Is there a difference in pronunciation of "fervent" between American and British English?

No significant difference exists in the pronunciation of "fervent" between American and British English. Both use the same IPA notation, /ˈfɜrvənt/ in American and /ˈfɜːvənt/ in British English, with the primary stress still on the first syllable.

What syllable does the stress fall on in the word "fervent"?

The stress in "fervent" falls on the first syllable, pronounced as "fur." This means that when saying the word, you should emphasize the "fur" sound more than the second syllable.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "fervent"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress on the second syllable, pronouncing it as "fer-VENT." Remember to stress the first syllable to say it correctly: "FUR-vuhnt."