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finite
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈfaɪnaɪt
Examples:
As a DNA strand is limited, it is finite, and as such, deducible.
If the series is finite, then the subgroup is subnormal.
The life span of humans is finite.
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Common mistakes of finite pronunciation
- Stress placement: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "fi-NITE" instead of "FI-nite". Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable, using IPA /ˈfaɪnaɪt/ in US and /ˈfaɪnaɪt/ in UK.
- Vowel sound confusion: A common mistake is mispronouncing the "i" in "finite" as a short vowel sound, resulting in "fin-it". Tip: Use the long "i" sound as in /ˈfaɪ/ to correctly pronounce "finite".
- Syllable division: Some may pronounce "finite" as a three-syllable word, saying "fi-nite". Tip: Focus on the two syllables, breaking it down as "FI-nite" to avoid overpronunciation.
- Ending sound misarticulation: Learners might pronounce the "t" at the end of "finite" too softly or omit it, saying "finai". Tip: Make sure to clearly articulate the "t" sound, as in /t/, to ensure clarity.
- Regional variations: Non-native speakers might confuse "finite" with similar-sounding words in their language, leading to mispronunciation. Tip: Listen to native speakers and practice with the correct IPA /ˈfaɪnaɪt/ to master the pronunciation.