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personality

Definition:

(nou) the complex of all the attributes--behavioral, temperamental, emotional and mental--that characterize a unique individual (nou) a person of considerable prominence

Phonetic Transcription:

ˌpɜːsəˈnælɪti

Examples:

In personality, she is the more optimistic of the three characters available.

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Common mistakes of personality pronunciation

Stress on the wrong syllable: Some learners stress the second syllable, saying "per-son-AL-i-ty" instead of the correct "per-son-AL-i-ty" (ˌpɜr.səˈnæl.ɪ.ti in US, ˌpɜː.səˈnæl.ɪ.ti in UK). Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the "nal" syllable.
Mispronouncing the vowel sounds: The "o" in "personality" is often mispronounced as "uh" instead of the correct "ɜr" (as in "her"). Tip: Focus on producing the "er" sound clearly to avoid confusion.
Ignoring the "t" sound: Some speakers may drop the "t" in "personality," pronouncing it as "personali." This can lead to misunderstandings. Tip: Make sure to articulate the "t" sound clearly in the word.
Confusing the "a" sound: The "a" in "personality" can be mispronounced as "ah" instead of the correct "æ" (as in "cat"). Tip: Practice saying "per-son-AL-i-ty" to get the right vowel sound.
Overemphasizing the last syllable: Some learners stress the last syllable too much, saying "personality" with a heavy emphasis on "ty." Tip: Maintain a balanced stress pattern, focusing on the "nal" syllable while keeping the last syllable lighter.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "personality"?

In American English, "personality" is pronounced as /ˌpɜrsəˈnælɪti/ with the stress on the third syllable. In British English, it's pronounced /ˌpɜːsəˈnælɪti/, where the first vowel sound is longer.

What are the syllables in "personality"?

The word "personality" has five syllables: per-son-al-i-ty. Each syllable is pronounced clearly, with the third syllable receiving the primary stress.

Are there any common mistakes when saying "personality"?

A frequent mistake is misplacing the stress, often saying "per-son-al-i-ty" with the stress on the second syllable instead of the third. This can make it sound less natural to native speakers.

Does "personality" have a schwa sound?

Yes, the word "personality" contains schwa sounds, particularly in the unstressed syllables "per" and "al." The schwa is pronounced like a quick, soft "uh" sound, making the word flow more smoothly.