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How to pronounce:
perceive
Phonetic Transcription:
pəˈsiːv
Examples:
Sentience is the ability to feel or perceive subjectively.
They could not perceive the elapse of time.
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Common mistakes of perceive pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners stress the second syllable, saying "per-ˈCEIVE" instead of the correct "per-ˈCEIVE". Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the second syllable, so emphasize "CEIVE".
- Omitting the initial sound: It's common to drop the initial "p" sound, pronouncing it as "er-ˈCEIVE". This can make the word unclear. Tip: Always start with a clear "p" sound, as in "p"er-ˈCEIVE.
- Confusing vowel sounds: Some people pronounce the first syllable as "per" with a short "e" sound, like "pər-ˈCEIVE". The correct pronunciation uses a schwa sound /ə/. Tip: Aim for a softer "per" as in "pər-ˈCEIVE".
- Mispronouncing the ending: A common mistake is to say "perceive" with a long "ee" sound, sounding like "per-SEEVE". The correct pronunciation is more subtle. Tip: Focus on the "ve" sounding like "v" without elongating it.
- Incorrectly blending sounds: Some learners may blend "per" and "ceive" too closely, making it sound like "persieve". This can lead to confusion. Tip: Keep a clear separation between "per" and "ceive" to maintain clarity in "per-ceive".