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persistence
Definition:
(nou) the property of a continuous and connected period of time (nou) persistent determination (nou) the act of persisting or persevering; continuing or repeating behavior
Phonetic Transcription:
pəˈsɪstəns
Examples:
The persistence of this illusion is astonishing.
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Common mistakes of persistence pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "per-SIS-tence" instead of the correct "per-SIS-tence" (/pərˈsɪs.təns/ in US and UK). Tip: Focus on emphasizing the "SIS" syllable.
- Vowel sound confusion: Some people mispronounce the first syllable as "per," sounding like "pair." The correct pronunciation is /pər/ in both US and UK. Tip: Practice saying "purr" to get the right vowel sound.
- Final "t" sound: A common mistake is omitting the "t" at the end, resulting in "per-SIS-ens." The correct pronunciation includes the "t," as in /pərˈsɪs.təns/. Tip: Pronounce the "t" clearly to avoid this error.
- "e" sound in the second syllable: Some learners pronounce the second syllable as "sist" instead of the correct "sis." The correct sound is /sɪs/. Tip: Listen to native speakers to hear the difference in vowel sounds.
- Overemphasis on syllables: A frequent error is overemphasizing the first syllable, saying "PER-sistence." The correct stress pattern is on the second syllable, "per-SIS-tence." Tip: Practice saying the word slowly, focusing on the correct stress.