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gratitude
Definition:
(nou) a feeling of thankfulness and appreciation
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈɡrætɪtjuːd
Examples:
He especially appreciated the gratitude of the host.
Embracement is like a gratitude.
She smiles at the boy in gratitude.
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Common mistakes of gratitude pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners place stress on the second syllable, saying "gra-TI-tude". In both US and UK English, the correct stress is on the first syllable: /ˈɡræt.ɪ.tjuːd/ (UK) and /ˈɡræt.ɪ.tud/ (US). Tip: Emphasize the first syllable when saying "gratitude".
- Vowel sound confusion: The second syllable can be mispronounced. Some may say "gra-tih-tude" instead of the correct "gra-ti-tude". The correct vowel sound is /ɪ/ in both variants. Tip: Practice the "i" sound as in "bit" for clarity.
- Overemphasizing the final syllable: Some speakers may overly stress the last syllable, pronouncing it as "gra-ti-TUDE". The correct pronunciation maintains equal stress on the second syllable. Tip: Keep the last syllable light and quick to avoid distortion.
- Ignoring the "u" sound: Learners often skip the "u" sound in the second syllable, saying "grat-it-tude". However, the "u" is essential for correct pronunciation: /tjuː/ (UK) and /tud/ (US). Tip: Make sure to articulate the "u" clearly when pronouncing "gratitude".
- Merging syllables: Some may blend the syllables together, resulting in "grat-it-ood". This alters the clarity of the word. It should be pronounced as three distinct syllables: /ˈɡræt.ɪ.tjuːd/ (UK) and /ˈɡræt.ɪ.tud/ (US). Tip: Practice saying each syllable separately to improve pronunciation.