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tiredness
Definition:
(nou) temporary loss of strength and energy resulting from hard physical or mental work
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈtaɪədnəs
Examples:
I felt the tiredness overall.
This leads to tiredness and lack of energy.
Energy drinks refresh people's tiredness.
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Common mistakes of tiredness pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly place stress on the second syllable, pronouncing it as /ˈtaɪərd.nəs/. The correct pronunciation is /ˈtaɪərd.nəs/ in US and /ˈtaɪəd.nəs/ in UK. Tip: Focus on emphasizing the first syllable.
- Vowel sound confusion: Some may pronounce "tiredness" with an unclear vowel sound, leading to "tiredness" sounding like "tairedness." The correct vowel sounds are /aɪ/ in the first syllable. Tip: Practice the vowel sound in "tired" to ensure clarity.
- Omission of the final "ness": A common mistake is dropping the "ness" ending, saying "tired" instead of "tiredness." This changes the meaning of the word. Tip: Always enunciate the "ness" to convey the state of being tired.
- Overemphasis on the "d": Some learners may overemphasize the "d" sound, making it sound too harsh. The "d" should be soft, as in /ˈtaɪərd.nəs/. Tip: Practice saying "tired" in a relaxed tone to keep the "d" subtle.
- Unfamiliarity with "ness": Learners sometimes struggle with the "ness" suffix, mispronouncing it as /nɪs/ instead of /nəs/. This affects the overall pronunciation of "tiredness." Tip: Familiarize yourself with common words ending in "ness" to improve your pronunciation.