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precedent
Definition:
(nou) an example that is used to justify similar occurrences at a later time (nou) a law established by following earlier judicial decisions (nou) a system of jurisprudence based on judicial precedents rather than statutory laws (nou) a subject mentioned earlier (preceding in time)
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈpresɪdənt
Examples:
It's a precedent of picaresque novel.
That is the standard, the policy and the precedent.
But the meaning of the term is rooted in that precedent.
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Common mistakes of precedent pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many pronounce "precedent" with the stress on the second syllable, as in /ˈprɛsɪdənt/. The correct stress is on the first syllable in both US and UK English: /ˈprɛsɪdənt/. Tip: Remember to emphasize the first part, "pre-".
- Vowel confusion: Some learners pronounce the first vowel in "precedent" incorrectly, using a long "e" sound instead of the short "e" /ɛ/. The correct pronunciation is /ˈprɛsɪdənt/. Tip: Focus on keeping the first vowel short and crisp.
- Omitting the second syllable: A common mistake is to say "precedent" as a two-syllable word, like /ˈprɛsədnt/. This omits the middle syllable. The correct pronunciation is three syllables: /ˈprɛsɪdənt/. Tip: Practice saying all three syllables clearly.
- Incorrect final consonant: Some may pronounce the last part of "precedent" with a "t" sound, as in /ˈprɛsɪdɛnt/. The correct ending sound is a soft "d": /ˈprɛsɪdənt/. Tip: Pay attention to the "d" sound at the end to ensure clarity.
- Overemphasizing syllables: Some learners place too much emphasis on the second syllable, making it sound awkward, like /prɛˈsɪdənt/. The proper stress is on the first syllable: /ˈprɛsɪdənt/. Tip: Keep the second syllable lighter to maintain the natural flow.