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lineage
Definition:
(nou) the descendants of one individual (nou) the kinship relation between an individual and the individual's progenitors (nou) the number of lines in a piece of printed material (nou) a rate of payment for written material that is measured according to the number of lines submitted (nou) inherited properties shared with others of your bloodline
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈlɪnɪɪdʒ
Examples:
The lineage was henceforth known as the Devian family.
The case was about the legitimacy in lineage.
The lineage to the prophet is extremely strong.
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Common mistakes of lineage pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, pronouncing it as "lin-ˈi-əj." The correct stress is on the first syllable: "ˈlɪn.ɪ.ɪdʒ." Tip: Remember to emphasize the "lin" part to sound natural.
- Omitting the vowel sound: Some people might skip the vowel sound in the second syllable, saying "lɪnɪdʒ" instead of "lɪn.ɪ.ɪdʒ." This can lead to confusion. Tip: Practice saying the full three syllables to maintain clarity.
- Incorrect vowel pronunciation: The vowel in the first syllable may be mispronounced as "e" instead of the correct "ɪ," leading to "ˈlen.ɪ.ɪdʒ." Tip: Focus on producing a short "i" sound, as in "sit," to improve accuracy.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners might confuse "lineage" with "linage," which has a different meaning and pronunciation. "Linage" is pronounced "ˈlɪn.ɪdʒ." Tip: Pay attention to context and pronunciation to avoid mix-ups.
- Overemphasizing the "age" ending: Some may pronounce it as "lɪn.ɪ-ˈeɪdʒ," stressing the "age" too much. The correct pronunciation is "lɪn.ɪ.ɪdʒ," with a softer ending. Tip: Keep the ending light and quick to maintain the flow of the word.