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religion
Definition:
(nou) a strong belief in a supernatural power or powers that control human destiny (nou) an institution to express belief in a divine power
Phonetic Transcription:
rɪˈlɪdʒən
Examples:
In the sphere of religion, Catholicism was the dominant faith.
They wanted to deride the church and religion.
Every religion promotes adherence to the doctrines of the faith.
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Common mistakes of religion pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "re-LIG-ion" instead of "RE-lig-ion". Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable with the correct IPA: /rɪˈlɪdʒ.ən/ (US), /rɪˈlɪdʒ.ən/ (UK).
- Vowel sound confusion: Some pronounce "religion" with a long "i" as in "ride", saying "ree-lig-ion". Tip: Focus on the short "i" sound /ɪ/ in the first syllable, as in "sit".
- Missing the "g" sound: A common mistake is to omit the "g", resulting in "reli-ion". Tip: Ensure you pronounce the "g" clearly, as in /dʒ/ to maintain clarity.
- Incorrect vowel in the last syllable: Some learners say "religian" with a long "a" sound. Tip: Use the correct IPA /ən/ for the final syllable to avoid this error.
- Overemphasizing syllables: A few may stress all syllables equally, sounding robotic. Tip: Focus on the primary stress on the first syllable "RE" and keep the rest lighter for natural flow.