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unconscious
Definition:
(nou) that part of the mind wherein psychic activity takes place of which the person is unaware
Phonetic Transcription:
ʌnˈkɒnʃəs
Examples:
He becomes unconscious by the hypothermia.
He finds the unconscious boy.
An inebriated Manohar finds the unconscious boy.
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Common mistakes of unconscious pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, pronouncing it as /ʌnˈkɒnʃəs/. The correct stress is on the second syllable in US /ʌnˈkɑnʃəs/ and UK /ʌnˈkɒnʃəs/. Tip: Remember to emphasize "scious" clearly.
- Vowel confusion: Some may pronounce the first syllable as "un" like "on" (/ɒnˈkɒnʃəs/). The correct pronunciation starts with the "ʌ" sound, as in "cup". Tip: Focus on the "ʌ" sound to avoid confusion.
- Missing syllable: A common mistake is to pronounce "unconscious" with three syllables, saying /ʌnˈkɒnʃəs/ instead of the correct four syllables /ʌnˈkɒnʃəs/. Tip: Break it down into four parts: "un-con-scious".
- Final "s" sound: Some learners may soften the final "s" sound, pronouncing it as /ʌnˈkɒnʃə/ instead of /ʌnˈkɒnʃəs/. Tip: Ensure you pronounce the final "s" clearly for accuracy.
- Overemphasis on "con": Some people stress "con" too heavily, leading to a pronunciation like /ʌnˈkɒnʃəs/. The stress should be balanced between "un" and "scious". Tip: Practice saying it slowly to find the right balance.