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resentment
Definition:
(nou) a feeling of deep and bitter anger and ill-will
Phonetic Transcription:
rɪˈzentmənt
Examples:
The following defects are the cause of resentment, anger and hatred.
Mistrust and resentment was on the ascendancy.
It is letting go of the burden of resentment.
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Common mistakes of resentment pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "re-SENT-ment" instead of the correct "re-SENT-ment" (ˈrɛ.zɛnt.mənt). Tip: Remember to emphasize the second syllable for clarity.
- Vowel sound confusion: Some mispronounce the first syllable as "ree" instead of "re" (ˈrɛ). This can lead to confusion. Tip: Practice saying "red" to get the correct vowel sound.
- Ending syllable mispronunciation: A common mistake is pronouncing the last syllable as "ment" with a hard "t," resulting in "resent-mint." The correct pronunciation is "ment" with a softer "t" sound (ˈmɛnt). Tip: Focus on the soft "t" by saying "sent" first.
- Overemphasis on syllables: Some speakers overemphasize the "re" syllable, making it sound like "REE-sent-ment." This can disrupt the flow of the word. Tip: Keep the first syllable light and quick.
- Dropping syllables: A frequent error is omitting the middle syllable, saying "resment" instead of "resentment." This leads to misunderstanding. Tip: Break the word down into its three syllables: "re-sent-ment."