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presage

Definition:

(nou) a foreboding about what is about to happen (nou) a sign of something about to happen

Phonetic Transcription:

prɪˈseɪdʒ

Examples:

In fact the infinity is the standard presage.

The poll could presage bad news for Democrats.

Its appearance is said to presage terrible events for the city.

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Common mistakes of presage pronunciation

Misplacing stress: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "pre-SAGE" /prɪˈseɪdʒ/. The correct stress is on the first syllable: "PRES-age" /ˈprɛs.eɪdʒ/. Tip: Remember to emphasize the "PRES" for accurate pronunciation.
Vowel confusion: Some may pronounce "presage" with a short "e" sound, saying "pres-idge" /ˈprɛs.ɪdʒ/. The correct pronunciation uses a long "a" sound, as in "PRES-age" /ˈprɛs.eɪdʒ/. Tip: Focus on the "a" to avoid the short vowel error.
Incorrect syllable count: People sometimes treat "presage" as a three-syllable word, saying "pres-a-ge" /ˈprɛs.əʤ/. It is actually two syllables: "PRES-age" /ˈprɛs.eɪdʒ/. Tip: Count the syllables carefully; it should sound smooth and quick.
Mispronouncing the final sound: Some may say "presage" ending with a "g" sound, like "presage" /ˈprɛs.eɪg/. The correct ending is a soft "j" sound: "PRES-age" /ˈprɛs.eɪdʒ/. Tip: Practice saying "age" clearly to get the right ending.
Overemphasizing the "s": A common mistake is to overly stress the "s" in "presage," making it sound like "pres-sage" /ˈprɛs.sædʒ/. The correct pronunciation is smoother: "PRES-age" /ˈprɛs.eɪdʒ/. Tip: Keep the "s" light and fluid within the word.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "presage" in American English?

In American English, "presage" is pronounced as /ˈprɛs.eɪdʒ/. The stress is on the first syllable, making it sound like "PRESS-age."

Is there a difference in pronunciation of "presage" between American and British English?

Yes, in British English, "presage" is pronounced as /ˈprɛs.ɪdʒ/, with a slightly different vowel sound in the second syllable. The stress remains on the first syllable as in American English.

What is the syllable breakdown for "presage"?

The word "presage" has two syllables: "pres" and "age." It can be broken down phonetically as /ˈprɛs.eɪdʒ/ in American English.

Are there common mistakes people make when pronouncing "presage"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress, saying "pre-SAGE" instead of "PRESS-age." Remember to keep the emphasis on the first syllable for correct pronunciation.