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transient

Definition:

(nou) one who stays for only a short time (nou) a short-lived oscillation in a system caused by a sudden change of voltage or current or load

Phonetic Transcription:

ˈtrænzɪənt

Examples:

The rest is superficial and transient.

The accommodation and transient part is mine.

The changing of the angular velocity was transient.

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brief

temporary

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Common mistakes of transient pronunciation

Stress misplacement: Some learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "tran-'si-ent" instead of the correct "ˈtræn.zi.ənt". Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable.
Vowel confusion: The "a" in "transient" can be pronounced incorrectly as "æ" instead of the correct "æ" in "ˈtræn". Tip: Focus on producing a clear "æ" sound as in "cat" to improve accuracy.
Final sound omission: Some may drop the final "t" sound, saying "tran-zi-en" instead of "ˈtræn.zi.ənt". Tip: Always pronounce the final "t" to ensure clarity and correctness in your speech.
Incorrect vowel length: Learners might pronounce the "i" as a long vowel, saying "tran-'see-ent" instead of "ˈtræn.zi.ənt". Tip: Practice the short "i" sound to maintain the proper pronunciation.
Syllable division error: Some speakers incorrectly divide the syllables, saying "tran-sient" instead of "ˈtræn.zi.ənt". Tip: Remember that the correct syllable division is "træn-zi-ent" to aid in proper pronunciation.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "transient" in American English?

In American English, "transient" is pronounced as /ˈtræn.ʃənt/. The primary stress is on the first syllable, which sounds like "tran," while the second syllable has a softer "shənt" sound.

Is there a difference in the pronunciation of "transient" between British and American English?

Yes, in British English, "transient" is pronounced as /ˈtræn.zi.ənt/. Here, the second syllable is pronounced with a "zi" sound instead of "shənt," showing a subtle variation in the vowel sounds.

What is the meaning of the schwa sound in the word "transient"?

In "transient," the schwa sound appears in the second syllable, pronounced as "shənt." The schwa, represented by the symbol /ə/, is an unstressed vowel sound, making it softer and less distinct than other vowel sounds.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "transient"?

A common mistake is placing too much emphasis on the second syllable, which can lead to an incorrect pronunciation. Remember to stress the first syllable and use the softer "shənt" sound for clarity.