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independent
Definition:
(nou) a neutral or uncommitted person (especially in politics) (nou) a writer or artist who sells services to different employers without a long-term contract with any of them
Phonetic Transcription:
ˌɪndɪˈpendənt
Examples:
The individual will should be independent and inviolate.
There are two implications to the concept of the free independent traveler.
Her financial acumen became the basis for an independent and free life.
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Common mistakes of independent pronunciation
- Stress placement error: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "in-de-'pen-dent" instead of the correct "in-de-'pen-dent". Tip: Remember to emphasize the third syllable with primary stress (ˈɪn.dɪˌpɛn.dənt).
- Vowel sound confusion: Some pronounce "independent" with a short "i" sound as in "sit", leading to "sɪn-de-'pen-dent". Tip: Use the long "i" sound as in "bit" for the first syllable (ˈɪn).
- Missing syllable: Learners sometimes drop the second syllable, saying "in-'pen-dent". This results in a mispronunciation that sounds incomplete. Tip: Practice saying all syllables clearly: "in-de-'pen-dent".
- Incorrect vowel in the last syllable: Some say "independent" with a "short e" sound, pronouncing it "in-de-'pen-dent". Tip: Use the schwa sound /ə/ in the final syllable for correct pronunciation (ˈɪn.dɪˌpɛn.dənt).
- Overemphasizing consonants: A common mistake is overemphasizing the "t" at the end, making it sound like "independent" has a hard "t" sound. Tip: Soften the ending by pronouncing it smoothly, focusing on the flow of the word.