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strength
Definition:
(nou) the property of being physically or mentally strong (nou) capability in terms of personnel and materiel that affect the capacity to fight a war (nou) physical energy or intensity (nou) an asset of special worth or utility (nou) the power to induce the taking of a course of action or the embracing of a point of view by means of argument or entreaty (nou) the amount of energy transmitted (as by acoustic or electromagnetic radiation) (nou) capacity to produce strong physiological or chemical effects (nou) the condition of financial success (nou) permanence by virtue of the power to resist stress or force
Phonetic Transcription:
streŋθ
Examples:
He was a profligate spendthrift of energy and strength, of nerve force.
The strength of the restoring force is proportional to the stretch.
His gusto is the source of energy and strength for the family.
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Common mistakes of strength pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "stren-gth." The correct pronunciation is "strength" with the primary stress on the first syllable: /ˈstrɛŋkθ/ (US) and /ˈstrɛŋθ/ (UK). Tip: Focus on emphasizing the initial sound.
- Omitting the "g" sound: A common mistake is to pronounce "strength" as "strenth," dropping the "g" sound. This mispronunciation neglects the /g/ in the middle of the word. Tip: Practice saying the "g" clearly to maintain the correct pronunciation.
- Confusing vowel sounds: Some may mispronounce the vowel sound in "strength," saying "strenth" with a short "e." The correct vowel sound is a short "e" as in /ɛ/. Tip: Listen to native speakers to catch the subtle vowel sound differences.
- Incorrectly pronouncing the "th": Learners often mispronounce the "th" in "strength," saying it as /t/ instead of /θ/. This changes the word entirely. Tip: Practice the "th" sound by placing your tongue between your teeth and blowing air gently.
- Overemphasizing syllables: Some may stress the "g" sound too much, making "strength" sound overly complicated. The correct pronunciation is smooth and fluid: /ˈstrɛŋkθ/ (US) and /ˈstrɛŋθ/ (UK). Tip: Say the word slowly and gradually increase your speed while maintaining clarity.