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sadness

Definition:

(nou) emotions experienced when not in a state of well-being (nou) the state of being sad (nou) the quality of excessive mournfulness and uncheerfulness

Phonetic Transcription:

ˈsædnəs

Examples:

Some of the residents expressed sadness and grief.

The Lung is weakened by dryness and the emotion of grief or sadness.

The sadness is unutterable.

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Related Words:

grief

despair

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Common mistakes of sadness pronunciation

Incorrect vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "sadness" with an incorrect vowel sound, saying "sædness" instead of the correct "sæd.nəs" (US) or "sæd.nəs" (UK). Tip: Focus on the short "a" sound, similar to "cat."
Misplacing stress: A common mistake is placing stress on the second syllable, saying "sad-ness" instead of "sad-ness" (both US and UK). Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable, "sad."
Omitting the schwa: Some speakers may omit the schwa sound in the second syllable, pronouncing it as "sad-ness" instead of "sæd.nəs." Tip: Practice the relaxed "nəs" sound to ensure clarity in pronunciation.
Overemphasizing the "d": Learners might overemphasize the "d" sound, resulting in "saddness." The correct pronunciation is "sæd.nəs" (US) or "sæd.nəs" (UK). Tip: Keep the "d" soft and blend it smoothly with the following vowel.
Confusing with similar words: Some may confuse "sadness" with "sadness" or "saddest," leading to mispronunciation. Tip: Pay attention to the context and practice distinguishing the sounds, especially the "nəs" ending.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "sadness" in American English?

In American English, "sadness" is pronounced as /ˈsæd.nəs/. The first syllable has the primary stress, making it sound like "sad" followed by a soft "ness."

Is there a difference in pronunciation of "sadness" between American and British English?

No, the pronunciation of "sadness" is the same in both American and British English, /ˈsæd.nəs/. The stress and syllable structure remain consistent across these dialects.

What is the syllable breakdown for the word "sadness"?

The word "sadness" has two syllables: "sad" and "ness." The first syllable "sad" carries the primary stress, making it the emphasized part of the word.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "sadness"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress on the second syllable, saying "sad-NESS" instead of "SAD-ness." Remember to emphasize the first syllable for correct pronunciation.