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temper
Definition:
(nou) a sudden outburst of anger (nou) a characteristic (habitual or relatively temporary) state of feeling (nou) a disposition to exhibit uncontrolled anger (nou) the elasticity and hardness of a metal object; its ability to absorb considerable energy before cracking
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈtempə
Examples:
She has a bad temper.
An envoy of the Pope arouses the knights' temper.
He is a doleful character with a quick temper.
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Common mistakes of temper pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "tem-ˈper". The correct pronunciation is "ˈtem-pər" in both US and UK. Tip: Focus on the first syllable to get it right.
- Vowel confusion: Some learners pronounce "temper" with a long "e" sound, like "tem-per". The correct vowel sound is a short "e" as in "bed", represented by "ɛ". Tip: Practice saying "ten" to help with the vowel sound.
- Dropping the final "r": In some accents, the final "r" in "temper" is dropped, resulting in "tem-pə". In standard American English, it should be pronounced as "ˈtem-pər". Tip: Emphasize the "r" at the end for clarity.
- Overemphasizing the "t": Some speakers may exaggerate the "t" sound, making it sound like "tem-per". The correct pronunciation is smoother, with a softer "t" sound. Tip: Try saying "ten" quickly to practice a softer "t".
- Incorrect vowel length: Some might say "tem-ˈpər" with an elongated vowel, making it sound more like "temp-er". The correct pronunciation has a short vowel sound. Tip: Keep the vowel short to maintain the correct rhythm.