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patent

Definition:

(nou) a document granting an inventor sole rights to an invention (nou) an official document granting a right or privilege

Phonetic Transcription:

ˈpeɪtnt

Examples:

That is the law and that is the intent of the letters patent.

Modify the patent law doctrine of inequitable conduct.

It is the responsibility of the patent holder to enforce the patents they hold.

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Common mistakes of patent pronunciation

Misplacing stress: Some learners stress the second syllable, saying "pa-TENT" instead of "PAT-ent". This can confuse listeners. Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable, as indicated by IPA: /ˈpæt.ənt/ (US) and /ˈpæt.ənt/ (UK).
Vowel confusion: The "a" in "patent" can be mispronounced as a long vowel, resulting in "pay-tent". This changes the word's meaning. Tip: Focus on the short "a" sound /æ/ as in "cat" to pronounce it correctly.
Omitting syllables: Some speakers may say "patn" by dropping the unstressed syllable. This makes the word sound incomplete. Tip: Ensure to pronounce both syllables clearly: /ˈpæt.ənt/ (US) and /ˈpæt.ənt/ (UK).
Incorrect vowel sounds: The "e" in "patent" is often mispronounced as a schwa sound, leading to "pat-uhnt". This is incorrect. Tip: Use the correct unstressed vowel sound /ə/ in the second syllable to maintain clarity.
Overemphasizing the "t": Some may pronounce the "t" in "patent" too strongly, sounding like "patten". This can lead to misunderstanding. Tip: Keep the "t" sound clear but not overly stressed to sound natural: /ˈpæt.ənt/ (US) and /ˈpæt.ənt/ (UK).

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "patent" in American English?

In American English, "patent" is pronounced as /ˈpæt.ənt/ with the stress on the first syllable. The first syllable sounds like "pat," and the second syllable has a schwa sound, pronounced as "uhnt."

Is there a difference in pronunciation of "patent" between American and British English?

Yes, in British English, "patent" is pronounced as /ˈpæ.tənt/, also with the stress on the first syllable. The second syllable is pronounced as "tuhnt," which is slightly different from the American pronunciation.

What is the syllable breakdown for the word "patent"?

The word "patent" has two syllables: "pat" and "ent." The first syllable is stressed, making it sound stronger than the second syllable.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "patent"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress or pronouncing it as /ˈpeɪ.tənt/, which is incorrect. Remember to stress the first syllable and use the correct vowel sounds for clarity.