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specificity
Definition:
(nou) the quality of being specific rather than general (nou) the quality of being specific to a particular organism
Phonetic Transcription:
ˌspesɪˈfɪsɪti
Examples:
It is appreciated, especially the specificity of the comments.
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Common mistakes of specificity pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the first syllable, saying "SPEC-ificity" instead of "spe-ˈsɪ-fɪ-sɪ-ti". Tip: Focus on the correct primary stress on the third syllable.
- Vowel confusion: Some may pronounce the second syllable with an "e" sound, saying "spe-ˈse-ficity" instead of "spe-ˈsɪ-fɪ-sɪ-ti". Tip: Remember that the second syllable contains a short "ɪ" sound.
- Dropping syllables: It's common to hear "specificity" pronounced with fewer syllables, like "spe-ˈfisity". Tip: Ensure you articulate all five syllables clearly: "spe-ˈsɪ-fɪ-sɪ-ti".
- Mispronouncing the ending: Some might say "specificity" with a long "e" sound at the end, like "spe-ˈsɪ-fɪ-sē". Tip: The last syllable should have a short "i" sound, pronounced as "ti".
- Incorrect vowel length: Learners sometimes extend the vowel sound in the first syllable, saying "sper-ificity". Tip: Use a short "e" sound in the first syllable, pronouncing it as "spe".