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persecution

Definition:

(nou) the act of persecuting (especially on the basis of race or religion)

Phonetic Transcription:

ˌpɜːsɪˈkjuːʃən

Examples:

The Roman persecution of Christians is overrated.

The government indulges in massive persecution of Christians.

Were Christians the only victims of the persecution

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oppression

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Common mistakes of persecution pronunciation

Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "per-se-ˈcu-tion". The correct stress is on the third syllable: "ˌpɜr.sɪˈkjuː.ʃən" (US) / "ˌpɜː.sɪˈkjuː.ʃən" (UK). Tip: Practice emphasizing "cu" to master the correct rhythm.
Vowel confusion: Some may pronounce the first syllable as "per" with a short "e" sound, leading to "ˈpɛr-sɪ-ˈkju-tion." The correct pronunciation starts with a schwa: "ˌpɜr.sɪˈkjuː.ʃən" (US) / "ˌpɜː.sɪˈkjuː.ʃən" (UK). Tip: Focus on a softer "per" sound.
Missing syllables: Learners sometimes omit the middle syllable, saying "per-ˈcu-tion." This results in "ˈpɜr.ˈkuː.ʃən," which is incorrect. The full pronunciation includes all syllables: "ˌpɜr.sɪˈkjuː.ʃən" (US) / "ˌpɜː.sɪˈkjuː.ʃən" (UK). Tip: Break the word into parts when practicing.
Incorrect vowel length: Some might pronounce "cu" as a short "u," leading to "per-se-ˈkʊ-tion." The correct sound is a long "u": "ˌpɜr.sɪˈkjuː.ʃən" (US) / "ˌpɜː.sɪˈkjuː.ʃən" (UK). Tip: Listen to native speakers to hear the difference.
Final "tion" sound: A common mistake is pronouncing "tion" as "shun" instead of the correct "ʃən." This leads to "per-se-ˈku-ʃən" instead of "ˌpɜr.sɪˈkjuː.ʃən" (US) / "ˌpɜː.sɪˈkjuː.ʃən" (UK). Tip: Practice saying "shun" quickly to improve fluency.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "persecution" correctly?

The correct pronunciation of "persecution" is /ˌpɜːrsɪˈkjuːʃən/ in American English and /ˌpɜːsɪˈkjuːʃən/ in British English. The primary stress is on the fourth syllable, "cu," while the secondary stress is on the second syllable, "se."

What are the syllables in "persecution"?

The word "persecution" has five syllables: "per-se-cu-tion." When pronouncing it, make sure to clearly articulate each syllable, focusing on the stressed syllables to aid clarity.

Is there a schwa sound in "persecution"?

Yes, there is a schwa sound in "persecution." The first syllable "per" is pronounced with a clear vowel sound, while the "cu" in the fourth syllable is pronounced with a schwa /ə/, making it sound softer.

Are there common mistakes when pronouncing "persecution"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress, often saying "per-se-CU-tion" instead of "per-se-"CU"-tion." Remember to stress the correct syllables to ensure accurate pronunciation.