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phase
Definition:
(nou) any distinct time period in a sequence of events (nou) a distinct state of matter in a system; matter that is identical in chemical composition and physical state and separated from other material by the phase boundary (nou) a particular point in the time of a cycle; measured from some arbitrary zero and expressed as an angle (nou) the particular appearance of a body's state of illumination (especially one of the recurring shapes of the part of Earth's moon that is illuminated by the sun)
Phonetic Transcription:
feɪz
Examples:
The delivery stage is the final phase.
The project is in preliminary stages and is in the design phase.
This is the period of adaptation, called the lag phase.
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Common mistakes of phase pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "phase" with a short "a" sound, like "fæs". This is incorrect; the correct pronunciation is /feɪz/ in both US and UK English. Tip: Focus on the long "a" sound, as in "face".
- Ignoring the final "s": A common mistake is to omit the final "s" sound, leading to "feɪ". This is not accurate. The correct pronunciation is /feɪz/, where the "s" is pronounced clearly. Tip: Practice saying "phase" slowly to emphasize the ending.
- Incorrect stress placement: Some might stress the second syllable, saying "phaze". However, "phase" is a single-syllable word, pronounced /feɪz/. Tip: Remember that "phase" has only one syllable, so keep the stress on the "h".
- Confusing with "faze": Learners sometimes mix up "phase" with "faze", which has a different meaning and pronunciation. "Faze" is pronounced /feɪz/ as well, but context differs. Tip: Always consider the context to avoid confusion between similar-sounding words.
- Overemphasizing the "ph": Some may pronounce "phase" as "pʰeɪz", adding an unnecessary aspiration to the "p". The correct pronunciation is /feɪz/, starting with a smooth "f" sound. Tip: Practice the "f" sound without extra breath to achieve clarity.