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premise
Definition:
(nou) a statement that is assumed to be true and from which a conclusion can be drawn
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈpremɪs
Examples:
That is the premise of the essay.
As such the premise of the article falters.
The premise of the article is verifiable.
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Common mistakes of premise pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners stress the second syllable instead of the first, saying /ˈprɛm.ɪs/ instead of /ˈprɛm.ɪs/. Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable to sound natural.
- Confusing "premise" with "premises": Some people use "premise" as a plural form, saying /ˈprɛm.ɪsɪz/. Tip: "Premises" refers to a location, while "premise" is singular and should be pronounced /ˈprɛm.ɪs/.
- Pronouncing the "e" as a long vowel: A common mistake is to pronounce the "e" in "premise" as /iː/, saying /priːˈmɪs/. Tip: Keep the "e" short, as in /ɛ/, to pronounce it correctly.
- Overemphasizing the final syllable: Some learners stress the last syllable too much, saying /prɛm.ˈɪs/. Tip: Maintain the primary stress on the first syllable and keep the second syllable light.
- Ignoring the "s" sound: Occasionally, people drop the "s" sound at the end, pronouncing it as /ˈprɛm.ɪ/. Tip: Always include the "s" sound to ensure clarity when saying "premise" as /ˈprɛm.ɪs/.