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sustenance
Definition:
(nou) a source of materials to nourish the body (nou) the financial means whereby one lives (nou) the act of sustaining life by food or providing a means of subsistence
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈsʌstɪnəns
Examples:
It is necessary for the sustenance of the universe.
Cigarettes seem the sustenance of the artistic temperament.
He was forced to work for the sustenance of the house.
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Common mistakes of sustenance pronunciation
- Incorrect stress placement: Some may stress the second syllable, saying "sus-ˈten-ance" instead of the correct "ˈsʌs.tən.əns". Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable for proper pronunciation.
- Mispronouncing the vowel sounds: The "u" in "sustenance" is often mispronounced as "oo" instead of the correct "ʌ". Tip: Practice saying "sʌs" to get the right sound before adding the rest of the word.
- Omitting the schwa sound: Some speakers may skip the schwa "ə" in the second syllable, pronouncing it as "sus-tens" instead of "sustenance". Tip: Focus on the unstressed second syllable, ensuring you include the "ə" sound.
- Confusing "sustenance" with similar words: People may confuse "sustenance" with "sustaining" or "sustained", leading to mispronunciation. Tip: Familiarize yourself with the distinct syllable structure of "sustenance" to avoid this mistake.
- Overemphasizing the "t": Some may pronounce the "t" too strongly, making it sound harsh, as in "sus-ten-ance". Tip: Keep the "t" soft and quick, blending it smoothly into the surrounding sounds.