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Common mistakes of perseverate pronunciation

Misplacing stress: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "per-se-VER-ate" instead of the correct "PER-se-ver-ate" /ˈpɜr sə ˌvɛr eɪt/ (US) /ˈpɜːs ə ˌvɛr eɪt/ (UK). Tip: Focus on the first syllable for correct stress.
Omitting syllables: A common mistake is to drop the second syllable, pronouncing it as "per-se-ver-ate" instead of "per-se-VER-ate." This can lead to confusion. Tip: Ensure you pronounce all syllables clearly.
Incorrect vowel sounds: Some might pronounce the "e" in the second syllable as a short "e," saying "per-sev-er-ate." The correct vowel sound is a schwa /ə/. Tip: Practice with the schwa sound in unstressed syllables.
Adding extra sounds: Some learners add an extra "t" sound, saying "per-sev-er-ate" with a hard "t" at the end. The correct pronunciation ends with "ate." Tip: Focus on the smooth transition to the final syllable.
Mispronouncing the ending: It's common to mispronounce the ending as "per-se-ver-ait" instead of "per-se-ver-ate." This alters the word's meaning. Tip: Remember that the ending "-ate" has a long "a" sound, pronounced as /eɪt/.

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How do you pronounce "perseverate"?

The pronunciation of "perseverate" is /ˌpɜːrsəˈvɛrɪt/ in American English and /ˌpɜːsəˈvɛreɪt/ in British English. The primary stress is on the third syllable.

What are the syllables in "perseverate"?

The word "perseverate" has four syllables: per-se-ver-ate. You can break it down as /ˌpɜːrsəˈvɛrɪt/ in American English.

Is there a schwa sound in "perseverate"?

Yes, "perseverate" contains a schwa sound in the second syllable, pronounced as "se." This makes it sound softer and quicker, which is common in unstressed syllables.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "perseverate"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress, often placing it on the first syllable instead of the third. Remember to emphasize "ver" to pronounce "perseverate" correctly.