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preserve
Definition:
(nou) a domain that seems to be specially reserved for someone (nou) a reservation where animals are protected (nou) fruit preserved by cooking with sugar
Phonetic Transcription:
prɪˈzɜːv
Examples:
A TIFF will preserve the transparency.
It is to preserve the perpetual memory of it.
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Common mistakes of preserve pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners put stress on the second syllable, saying "pre-ˈserve". The correct stress is on the last syllable: "prɪ-ˈzɜrv" (US) / "prɪ-ˈzɜːv" (UK). Tip: Remember to emphasize the "zerv" part.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Many pronounce the first syllable as "prɪ", but some say "prɛ". The correct pronunciation is "prɪ". Tip: Focus on a short "i" sound to start.
- Omitting the final "v" sound: Some speakers drop the "v" at the end, saying "prɪ-ˈzɜr". The correct pronunciation includes the "v": "prɪ-ˈzɜrv" (US) / "prɪ-ˈzɜːv" (UK). Tip: Make sure to finish with a clear "v" sound.
- Confusing "preserve" with "preserver": Learners sometimes mix these two words, pronouncing "preserve" as "prɪ-ˈzɜr-vər". "Preserve" has no extra syllable. Tip: Remember "preserve" has just two syllables.
- Mispronouncing the second syllable: Some say "zɜr" instead of "zɜrv". The correct form is "zɜrv" (US) / "zɜːv" (UK). Tip: Ensure you pronounce the "rv" together smoothly.