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incense
Definition:
(nou) a substance that produces a fragrant odor when burned (nou) the pleasing scent produced when incense is burned
Phonetic Transcription:
ɪnˈsens
Examples:
The scent of incense clung to him.
The incense stick symbolizes renunciation.
The brown incense paper serves as the base.
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Common mistakes of incense pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners place stress on the second syllable, saying "in-ˈcense" instead of the correct "ˈin-sens". Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable in both US and UK pronunciations.
- Confusing "incense" with "incense": "Incense" (the noun) and "incense" (the verb) can sound similar. The verb form has a different stress pattern, pronounced as "ɪn-ˈsɛns". Tip: Focus on the context to determine the correct pronunciation.
- Shortening vowels: Some may pronounce "incense" with a short "i" sound, as in "ɪn-sɛns". The correct pronunciation has a more open vowel sound, "ˈin-sens". Tip: Practice elongating the vowel sound to improve clarity.
- Overemphasizing the "c": Learners might say "in-ˈkense" with a hard "c" sound. The correct pronunciation is "ˈin-sens" with a soft "s". Tip: Listen to native speakers to hear the subtle differences in the "c" sound.
- Ignoring the final "e": Some might drop the final "e" and say "ˈin-sens". The "e" is silent, but it's important to maintain the flow of the word. Tip: Focus on the full word to ensure you include all sounds, even if silent.