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reality
Definition:
(nou) all of your experiences that determine how things appear to you (nou) the state of being actual or real (nou) the state of the world as it really is rather than as you might want it to be (nou) the quality possessed by something that is real
Phonetic Transcription:
rɪˈælɪti
Examples:
In the reality of the show, the 'goofs' happen in virtual reality.
The virtual reality world in the game and in the story was called the Matrix.
It was an unshakable reality and truth that went deep into my bones.
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Common mistakes of reality pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "re-AL-i-ty" /rɪˈæl.ɪ.ti/. The correct stress is on the second syllable in both US and UK pronunciations. Tip: Practice saying "re-AL-i-ty" with emphasis on "AL".
- Omitting the vowel sound: Some people may skip the vowel sound in the second syllable, pronouncing it as "re-al-ty" /riˈæl.ti/. This makes the word sound incomplete. Tip: Ensure to pronounce the "i" in "reality" clearly.
- Confusing vowels: Learners often mispronounce the first vowel as /i/ instead of /ɪ/, saying "reality" as "ree-al-ity" /riˈæl.ɪ.ti/. This changes the sound significantly. Tip: Focus on the short "i" sound in "reality".
- Adding an extra syllable: Some may say "re-al-i-ty" /riˈæl.ɪ.ti/, adding an unnecessary syllable. This can make the word sound awkward. Tip: Remember "re-AL-i-ty" has only four syllables, not five.
- Mispronouncing the final "ty": A common mistake is pronouncing "ty" as /ti/ instead of /ti/. This can alter the word's clarity. Tip: Practice saying "reality" with a clear "ty" ending, ensuring it sounds smooth.