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temperature
Definition:
(nou) the degree of hotness or coldness of a body or environment (corresponding to its molecular activity) (nou) the somatic sensation of cold or heat
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈtemprətʃə
Examples:
The temperature was 34 degrees Fahrenheit.
The preferable temperature is 24 degree Celcius.
The color of the glow is a function of the temperature of the hot item.
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Common mistakes of temperature pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "tem-ˈper-a-ture" instead of the correct "ˈtem-per-a-ture". Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable.
- Missing syllables: Some speakers may pronounce "temperature" as "ˈtem-per-chur", omitting the middle syllable. Tip: Practice saying all four syllables clearly: "ˈtem-per-a-ture".
- Vowel sound confusion: The first vowel sound can be mispronounced as "e" instead of the correct short "e" sound, leading to "ˈtam-per-a-ture". Tip: Focus on the "e" sound as in "bed" when saying "temperature".
- Final "ture" sound: Learners often pronounce the ending as "cher" instead of the correct "ture", resulting in "ˈtem-per-cher". Tip: Emphasize the "ture" as in "sure" to improve accuracy.
- Overemphasizing the "per": Some may stress the "per" too heavily, saying "tem-ˈPER-a-ture". Tip: Keep the stress on the first syllable and maintain a lighter touch on the second.