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harassment

Definition:

(nou) a feeling of intense annoyance caused by being tormented (nou) the act of tormenting by continued persistent attacks and criticism

Phonetic Transcription:

ˈhærəsmənt

Examples:

The stalking and harassment continued.

He was polite, and in the face of harassment.

Bishonen was the victim of targeted misogynist harassment.

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Common mistakes of harassment pronunciation

Stress placement: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "ha-ˈras-ment". The correct stress is on the second syllable: "hə-ˈræs-ment" (US) or "hə-ˈrɑːs-ment" (UK). Tip: Remember to emphasize "ræs" or "rɑːs".
Vowel confusion: Some speakers pronounce the first syllable as "har" with a long "a" sound, like "hair". The correct pronunciation is "hə", with a schwa sound. Tip: Use a short, relaxed "huh" sound for the first syllable.
Final "t" sound: A common mistake is to drop the final "t", resulting in "harassmen". The "t" should be clearly pronounced as in "ment". Tip: Practice saying "ment" clearly to ensure the "t" is heard.
Syllable count: Some learners say "harassment" with three syllables, like "ha-ras-ment". It actually has four syllables: "hə-ˈræs-ment". Tip: Break it down into four parts to help with clarity.
Mispronouncing "s": The "s" in "harassment" is often mispronounced as a "z" sound, leading to "harazment". The correct sound is an "s". Tip: Focus on keeping the "s" sharp and clear.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "harassment"?

In American English, "harassment" is pronounced as /həˈræs.mənt/ with the stress on the second syllable. In British English, it is pronounced the same way, but you might hear slight variations in accent.

What are the syllables in "harassment"?

The word "harassment" has three syllables: "ha-ras-ment." The stress falls on the second syllable, which is pronounced "ras."

Are there common mistakes in pronouncing "harassment"?

Many people mistakenly emphasize the first syllable instead of the second. Remember, the correct stress is on "ras," so it should sound like "hə-RAS-ment."

Is there a schwa sound in "harassment"?

Yes, the first syllable in "harassment" contains a schwa sound, pronounced as "hə." This makes it sound softer and less stressed compared to the second syllable.