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persist
Phonetic Transcription:
pəˈsɪst
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Common mistakes of persist pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners place stress on the second syllable, saying "per-SIST" /pərˈsɪst/ instead of the correct "PERSIST" /pərˈsɪst/. Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the second syllable.
- Omitting the "t" sound: A common mistake is dropping the "t" at the end, pronouncing it as "per-SIS" /pərˈsɪs/. This changes the word's meaning. Tip: Focus on clearly articulating the "t" sound at the end.
- Incorrect vowel pronunciation: Some may pronounce the "i" in "persist" as a long vowel, saying "per-SEE-st" /pərˈsiːst/, which is incorrect. Tip: The "i" should be pronounced as a short vowel /ɪ/, similar to "sit."
- Confusing with similar words: Learners sometimes confuse "persist" with "insist" /ɪnˈsɪst/. While they share similar endings, their meanings differ. Tip: Pay attention to the initial sounds; "persist" starts with "per" /pər/, while "insist" starts with "in" /ɪn/.
- Overemphasizing the "r": Some speakers may overly stress the "r" in "persist," making it sound unnatural, like "per-R-sist" /pərˈrɪst/. Tip: Keep the "r" sound subtle and smooth to maintain natural pronunciation.