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territory
Definition:
(nou) a region marked off for administrative or other purposes (nou) an area of knowledge or interest (nou) the geographical area under the jurisdiction of a sovereign state
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈterɪtr̩i
Examples:
The area is the traditional territory of the people.
The major ecclesiastical territory in the region was the Bishopric of Speyer.
The territory grew due to the mining in the area.
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Common mistakes of territory pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "te-ˈri-tory." The correct stress is on the first syllable: "ˈter-ɪ-tɔːr-i" (UK) or "ˈter-ɪ-tɔːr-i" (US). Tip: Practice saying "ˈter" louder to emphasize the correct syllable.
- Overemphasizing vowels: Some people pronounce "territory" with overly long vowels, making it sound unnatural. The correct pronunciation uses short vowels: "ˈter-ɪ-tə-ri." Tip: Focus on keeping the vowels quick and crisp.
- Omitting syllables: A common mistake is dropping the middle syllable, saying "ˈter-rit-ree." This changes the word's structure. The full pronunciation includes all syllables: "ˈter-ɪ-tə-ri." Tip: Break the word down into three parts to practice each syllable.
- Confusing the "t" sound: Learners sometimes confuse the "t" in "territory" with a softer "d" sound, saying "ˈder-ɪ-tə-ri." The correct sound is a clear "t": "ˈter-ɪ-tə-ri." Tip: Pay attention to the tongue position to ensure a distinct "t" sound.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some may pronounce the second "i" as "ee," saying "ˈter-ɪ-tor-ee." The correct sound is a schwa, making it "ˈter-ɪ-tə-ri." Tip: Practice saying the word slowly to get used to the schwa sound in unstressed syllables.