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intelligence
Definition:
(nou) the ability to comprehend; to understand and profit from experience (nou) a unit responsible for gathering and interpreting information about an enemy (nou) secret information about an enemy (or potential enemy) (nou) information about recent and important events (nou) the operation of gathering information about an enemy
Phonetic Transcription:
ɪnˈtelɪdʒəns
Examples:
Procopius praised his mildness, intelligence, and general ability.
At the heart of police intelligence is the intelligence analyst.
Don't insult the intelligence of the administrators.
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Common mistakes of intelligence pronunciation
- Stress placement: Some learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "in-ˈtel-li-gence". This is wrong; the primary stress is on the third syllable: "in-ˈtel-i-gence". Tip: Focus on emphasizing "tel" for correct pronunciation.
- Missing vowel sounds: It's common to skip the "i" in the second syllable, resulting in "in-ˈtel-gence". This omits a crucial vowel sound. The correct pronunciation includes all vowel sounds: "in-ˈtel-i-gence". Tip: Practice saying each syllable clearly to avoid dropping sounds.
- Confusing "g" sounds: Some may mispronounce "g" as a soft "j" sound, saying "in-ˈtel-i-jence". This alters the word's meaning. The correct sound is a hard "g": "in-ˈtel-i-gence". Tip: Pay attention to the "g" to ensure it's pronounced firmly.
- Overemphasizing syllables: Learners sometimes overemphasize the first syllable, saying "ˈin-tel-i-gence". This disrupts the natural rhythm. The stress should be on the third syllable: "in-ˈtel-i-gence". Tip: Practice with a metronome to develop a balanced rhythm.
- Incorrect vowel length: Some pronounce the "i" in the second syllable too short, saying "in-ˈtel-gence". This can make the word sound choppy. Ensure the "i" is pronounced clearly: "in-ˈtel-i-gence". Tip: Listen to native speakers to grasp the correct vowel length.