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pilgrimage
Definition:
(nou) a journey to a sacred place
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈpɪlɡrɪmɪdʒ
Examples:
The vow of pilgrimage to the Holy Land was temporary and solemn.
Is it the name of the pilgrimage
Is it the final destination of the pilgrimage
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Common mistakes of pilgrimage pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners place stress on the second syllable, saying "pil-GRIM-age." The correct stress is on the first syllable: /ˈpɪl.ɡrɪ.mɪdʒ/ (US) and /ˈpɪl.ɡrɪ.mɪdʒ/ (UK). Tip: Practice saying "PIL-grimage" to emphasize the first syllable.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: A common mistake is mispronouncing the "i" in the second syllable as /ɪ/ instead of /ɪ/. The correct pronunciation is /ˈpɪl.ɡrɪ.mɪdʒ/. Tip: Focus on keeping the vowel sound clear and distinct.
- Adding an extra syllable: Some people mistakenly say "pil-grim-AGE," adding an unnecessary syllable. The correct pronunciation has only three syllables: /ˈpɪl.ɡrɪ.mɪdʒ/. Tip: Remember that "pilgrimage" has a smooth flow with no breaks.
- Overemphasizing the "g": A frequent error is overpronouncing the "g" in "pilgrimage," leading to "pil-GRIM-idj." The correct sound is softer: /ˈpɪl.ɡrɪ.mɪdʒ/. Tip: Practice saying it slowly to avoid exaggerating the "g" sound.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners often confuse "pilgrimage" with "pilgrin" or "pilgrim." Ensure you pronounce it as /ˈpɪl.ɡrɪ.mɪdʒ/ to distinguish it clearly. Tip: Break the word down into syllables to avoid confusion.