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verisimilitude
Definition:
(nou) the appearance of truth; the quality of seeming to be true
Phonetic Transcription:
ˌverɪsɪˈmɪlɪtjuːd
Examples:
The pictures add verisimilitude to an article.
An air of verisimilitude means the appearance of truth.
The focus of verisimilitude was no longer concerned with the reader.
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Common mistakes of verisimilitude pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "ver-i-si-'mil-i-tude". The correct stress is on the fifth syllable: /ˌvɛr.ɪ.sɪˈmɪl.ɪ.tuːd/ (US) or /ˌvɛr.ɪ.sɪˈmɪl.ɪ.təd/ (UK). Tip: Practice emphasizing the "mil" syllable to enhance clarity.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some may pronounce the "e" in "verisimilitude" as in "bed", resulting in "ver-ɪ-sɪ-'mɪl-ɪ-tude". The correct pronunciation features a clearer /ɛ/ sound in the first syllable. Tip: Listen to native speakers to grasp the subtle vowel differences.
- Omitting syllables: A common error is dropping the second "i", leading to "ver-isimilitude". This alters the word's rhythm and clarity. The full pronunciation includes five syllables: /ˌvɛr.ɪ.sɪˈmɪl.ɪ.tuːd/ (US) or /ˌvɛr.ɪ.sɪˈmɪl.ɪ.təd/ (UK). Tip: Break the word into syllables while practicing.
- Confusing "t" and "d" sounds: Some may pronounce the final syllable as "tude" instead of "tude". The correct sound is a softer "d" in both variants. Tip: Focus on the sound of the last syllable to ensure it is pronounced correctly.
- Mispronouncing "veri": Many learners say "ver-uh" instead of "ver-i". This changes the word's flow and can lead to misunderstandings. The correct pronunciation is /ˌvɛr.ɪ/ in both US and UK. Tip: Repeat the first syllable slowly to master the correct sound.