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paradigm
Definition:
(nou) systematic arrangement of all the inflected forms of a word (nou) a standard or typical example (nou) the class of all items that can be substituted into the same position (or slot) in a grammatical sentence (are in paradigmatic relation with one another) (nou) the generally accepted perspective of a particular discipline at a given time
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈpærədaɪm
Examples:
Inquiry in the pragmatic paradigm.
There is an inquiry in the pragmatic paradigm.
It is the dominant theoretical paradigm in microeconomics.
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Common mistakes of paradigm pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "par-ˈa-digm". The correct stress is on the first syllable: "ˈpær-ə-daɪɡm" (US) / "ˈpær-ə-dɪɡm" (UK). Tip: Practice saying "ˈpær" loudly to emphasize the correct stress.
- Vowel confusion: Some pronounce the first vowel as "a" in "cat", resulting in "ˈpæ-rə-digm". The correct pronunciation uses a schwa: "ˈpær-ə-daɪɡm" (US) / "ˈpær-ə-dɪɡm" (UK). Tip: Focus on the relaxed sound of the schwa in unstressed syllables.
- Ignoring the "g": A common mistake is dropping the "g" sound, leading to "ˈpær-ə-dɪm". The "g" is crucial for clarity, pronounced as "ɡ". Tip: Practice the full word slowly, ensuring you articulate the "g" at the end.
- Overemphasizing syllables: Some learners stress each syllable equally, saying "pa-ra-digm". This leads to an unnatural rhythm. The correct pronunciation emphasizes the first syllable: "ˈpær-ə-daɪɡm" (US) / "ˈpær-ə-dɪɡm" (UK). Tip: Listen to native speakers to grasp the correct rhythm.
- Mispronouncing the final syllable: Learners often say "paradime" instead of "paradigm". The final syllable must end with "ɡm", not "m". Tip: Break the word into parts: "ˈpær-ə-" and "daɪɡm" (US) / "ˈpær-ə-" and "dɪɡm" (UK) to practice.