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predecessor
Definition:
(nou) one who precedes you in time (as in holding a position or office) (nou) something that precedes and indicates the approach of something or someone
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈpriːdɪsesə
Examples:
He was the predecessor of this academy.
It was the predecessor to the Colossus computer.
This was the predecessor of the polygraph test.
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Common mistakes of predecessor pronunciation
- Stress placement error: Some learners place stress incorrectly, saying "pre-de-ces-sor" instead of the correct "pre-de-ˈces-sor" (US) or "ˈpre-de-ces-sor" (UK). Tip: Focus on stressing the third syllable for clarity.
- Vowel confusion: Mispronouncing the "e" in "predecessor" can lead to a sound like "pre-die-ces-sor." The correct IPA is "ˈprɛd.əˌsɛs.ər." Tip: Listen to native speakers to grasp the correct vowel sounds.
- Silent "c" misunderstanding: Some might pronounce the "c" in "predecessor," leading to "pre-de-ces-sor" instead of "pre-de-ˈses-sor." Tip: Remember that the "c" is silent in this context.
- Overemphasizing "pre": Learners may overemphasize the "pre" syllable, saying "ˈpre-de-ces-sor" instead of the balanced "ˈprɛd.əˌsɛs.ər." Tip: Keep the first syllable softer to maintain proper rhythm.
- Final "or" mispronunciation: Ending with "or" can be pronounced like "or" in "more," leading to "pre-de-ces-sor" instead of "pre-de-ˈses-ər." Tip: Use a schwa sound for the final syllable, making it lighter.