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stability
Definition:
(nou) the quality or attribute of being firm and steadfast (nou) a stable order (especially of society) (nou) the quality of being enduring and free from change or variation
Phonetic Transcription:
stəˈbɪlɪti
Examples:
Exercises at the barre begin the training of the stability and balance.
This lamppost gives vertical stability and balance to the painting.
The more stability you can crate in the core, the easier it will be to balance.
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Common mistakes of stability pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "sta-ˈbility". The correct stress is on the last syllable, "sta-ˌbɪl-ɪ-ˈti" in US and "stə-ˈbɪl-ɪ-ti" in UK. Tip: Focus on the last syllable for proper emphasis.
- Overemphasizing vowels: A common mistake is to overemphasize the "a" in "stability", pronouncing it as "sta-ˈbɪl-ɪ-ti". The "a" should be more subtle. Tip: Keep the "a" short and light to maintain fluency.
- Dropping syllables: Some might say "stab-ility" instead of "stability". This omission alters the word's clarity and meaning. Tip: Practice saying all syllables clearly: "sta-ˌbɪl-ɪ-ˈti" or "stə-ˈbɪl-ɪ-ti".
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Learners often mispronounce the "i" in "stability" as "ee", saying "stab-ˈi-lity". The correct pronunciation has a short "i" sound. Tip: Use a mirror to watch mouth movements while saying "bɪl" for accuracy.
- Confusing with similar words: Some confuse "stability" with "stabilize", leading to mispronunciation. "Stability" is pronounced "sta-ˌbɪl-ɪ-ˈti", while "stabilize" is "ˈsteɪ.bɪ.laɪz". Tip: Learn to differentiate by practicing each word in context.