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intuition
Definition:
(nou) instinctive knowing (without the use of rational processes) (nou) an impression that something might be the case
Phonetic Transcription:
ˌɪntjuːˈɪʃən
Examples:
He is prone to making instinctive leaps of intuition.
It is the principle of the axioms of intuition.
This is the opposite of my intuition.
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Common mistakes of intuition pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable "tu" instead of the first "in" in "intuition" (/ˌɪn.tjuˈɪʃ.ən/ in UK, /ˌɪn.tuˈɪʃ.ən/ in US). Tip: Emphasize the first syllable for correct pronunciation.
- Vowel sounds: Some learners confuse the vowel sounds in "intuition," particularly the "i" in the first syllable. It should sound like "ih" (/ɪ/). Tip: Practice saying "in" clearly to get the right sound.
- Ending sound: The "tion" ending in "intuition" is often mispronounced with a hard "t" sound. Instead, it should have a softer "sh" sound (/ʃən/). Tip: Say "shun" to help with the correct ending.
- Syllable count: Some may mistakenly pronounce "intuition" with only three syllables instead of four. It should be pronounced as "in-tu-i-tion." Tip: Break it down into four parts to ensure clarity.
- Linking sounds: When saying "intuition" quickly, some may drop the "t" sound between "in" and "tu." This can lead to slurring. Tip: Practice saying it slowly to maintain the distinct sounds.