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sovereign
Definition:
(nou) a nation's ruler or head of state usually by hereditary right
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈsɒvrɪn
Examples:
The kingdom is the sovereign state.
The power of the sovereign is absolute.
The sovereign country is the UK.
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Common mistakes of sovereign pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "so-VER-in." The correct pronunciation is ˈsɒv.ər.ɪn (UK) or ˈsɑː.vər.ɪn (US). Tip: Emphasize the first syllable for accuracy.
- Ignoring the vowel sounds: Some pronounce "sovereign" as "sov-rin," omitting the middle vowel sound. The correct IPA is ˈsɒv.ər.ɪn (UK) or ˈsɑː.vər.ɪn (US). Tip: Pay attention to the "ə" sound in the second syllable.
- Confusing "g" with "j": People may pronounce "sovereign" with a hard "g," saying "sov-er-gin." The correct sound is a soft "g" as in "gin." Tip: Remember that "g" is silent in this word.
- Overemphasizing the "r": Some speakers overly stress the "r" in "sovereign," making it sound like "sov-er-rin." The correct pronunciation has a softer "r" sound. Tip: Keep the "r" subtle and focus on the vowel sounds.
- Skipping syllables: A common mistake is to pronounce "sovereign" as "sov-in," dropping the second syllable entirely. The correct form is ˈsɒv.ər.ɪn (UK) or ˈsɑː.vər.ɪn (US). Tip: Practice saying each syllable to maintain clarity.