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frisson
Definition:
(nou) an almost pleasurable sensation of fright
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It adds that extra frisson to travel.
To give offense is necessary for the frisson.
His approach to writing is the frisson of writing.
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Common mistakes of frisson pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, pronouncing it as "fris-SON". The correct pronunciation is ˈfrɪs.ɒn in UK and ˈfrɪs.ɑn in US, with the stress on the first syllable. Tip: Focus on placing the stress on "fris".
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some might pronounce "frisson" with an "ee" sound, saying "fris-SON" instead of the correct "fris-ON". The vowel sound in the first syllable should be a short "i" sound, as in "kit". Tip: Practice the "i" sound to avoid confusion.
- Omitting the nasal sound: Learners may drop the nasal sound at the end, leading to "fris-so". The correct pronunciation includes a nasal "n" sound, pronounced as ˈfrɪs.ɒn in UK and ˈfrɪs.ɑn in US. Tip: Ensure you finish with a clear "n" sound.
- Overemphasizing the "r": Some speakers may overly roll or emphasize the "r" in "frisson", making it sound unnatural. The "r" should be soft and not dominant. Tip: Keep the "r" subtle and focus on the vowel sounds instead.
- Mispronouncing the ending: A common mistake is pronouncing the ending as "on" instead of the correct "on" sound. In both UK and US pronunciations, it should sound like "on" in "gone". Tip: Listen to native speakers to grasp the correct ending.