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moment
Definition:
(nou) a particular point in time (nou) an indefinitely short time (nou) at this time (nou) having important effects or influence (nou) a turning force produced by an object acting at a distance (or a measure of that force) (nou) the n-th moment of a distribution is the expected value of the n-th power of the deviations from a fixed value
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈməʊmənt
Examples:
She lives in the moment, seeing the beauty of the moment.
The 'neutron magnetic moment' is the magnetic moment of the neutron.
The neutron magnetic moment is the magnetic moment of the neutron.
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Common mistakes of moment pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "mo-MENT". The correct pronunciation is "ˈmoʊ.mənt" (US) or "ˈməʊ.mənt" (UK). Tip: Focus on emphasizing the first syllable.
- Overemphasizing the vowel: Some pronounce "moment" with an exaggerated vowel sound, like "moe-ment". The accurate pronunciation is "ˈmoʊ.mənt" (US) or "ˈməʊ.mənt" (UK) with a more subtle vowel. Tip: Practice saying it quickly to soften the vowel.
- Dropping the "t": A common mistake is omitting the "t" sound, resulting in "mo-men". The correct form includes the "t" at the end: "ˈmoʊ.mənt" (US) or "ˈməʊ.mənt" (UK). Tip: Make sure to articulate the "t" clearly at the end.
- Incorrect vowel sound: Some learners substitute the "o" in "moment" with an "a" sound, pronouncing it as "mament". The correct pronunciation is "ˈmoʊ.mənt" (US) or "ˈməʊ.mənt" (UK). Tip: Listen to native speakers to catch the correct vowel sound.
- Lengthening the syllables: A mistake is to stretch the syllables too long, saying "mooo-ment". The proper pronunciation is "ˈmoʊ.mənt" (US) or "ˈməʊ.mənt" (UK) with a balanced rhythm. Tip: Practice saying "moment" in a natural pace to avoid elongation.