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suffering
Definition:
(nou) a state of acute pain (nou) misery resulting from affliction (nou) psychological suffering (nou) feelings of mental or physical pain
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈsʌfərɪŋ
Examples:
They are suffering from severe pain.
The infliction of pain and suffering is a delight comparable with none other.
His works frequently depicted suffering, penury and human pain.
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Common mistakes of suffering pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners place stress incorrectly, saying "SUF-fer-ing" instead of "SUF-fə-ring" (ˈsʌf.ər.ɪŋ in UK, ˈsʌf.ər.ɪŋ in US). Tip: Focus on the first syllable for correct stress.
- Overemphasizing vowels: A common error is overemphasizing the second syllable, pronouncing it as "suf-FER-ing." This can lead to confusion. Tip: Keep the second syllable short and unstressed.
- Dropping the "r" sound: Some speakers might drop the "r" in "suffering," saying "suf-fə-ing." This alters the pronunciation. Tip: Make sure to pronounce the "r" clearly in the second syllable.
- Confusing "suffering" with "suffocating": Learners sometimes mix up these words, pronouncing "suffering" as "suffocating." They are distinct words with different meanings. Tip: Practice saying each word separately to reinforce their differences.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some may mispronounce the first vowel, saying "suff-ering" with a long "u" sound instead of the short "ʌ." This can lead to misunderstanding. Tip: Use the short "ʌ" sound, as in "cup," for clarity.