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righteousness
Definition:
(nou) adhering to moral principles
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈraɪtʃəsnəs
Examples:
A third theme of the novel is the battle for righteousness.
He is respected as the epitome of loyalty and righteousness.
He loves righteousness and judges the heathen.
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Common mistakes of righteousness pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "righ-'teous-ness." The correct stress is on the first syllable: "ˈraɪ.tʃəs.nəs" (US) / "ˈraɪ.tʃəs.nəs" (UK). Tip: Focus on emphasizing the "righ" part.
- Omitting the vowel sound: Some speakers may skip the vowel sound in the second syllable, pronouncing it as "ˈraɪtʃs.nəs." This can make the word hard to understand. Tip: Practice articulating the "tious" clearly to maintain the flow.
- Incorrect vowel pronunciation: A common mistake is pronouncing the "i" as "ɪ" instead of "aɪ," leading to "ˈrɪtʃəs.nəs." This alters the word's meaning. Tip: Remember that "i" in "righteousness" sounds like "eye," not "ih."
- Confusing "righteousness" with similar words: Some learners mix it up with "rightness" or "righteous," altering the meaning. The correct form is "ˈraɪ.tʃəs.nəs." Tip: Familiarize yourself with the definitions to avoid confusion.
- Mispronouncing the ending: Often, the ending "ness" is pronounced incorrectly as "niss" instead of "nəs." This can lead to misunderstandings. Tip: Practice saying "ness" as a quick, soft sound to keep it accurate.