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vestige
Definition:
(nou) an indication that something has been present
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈvestɪdʒ
Examples:
She remained a vestige in the room.
A vestige of this still remains in the modern day in the gesture of prayer.
The treaty is a vestige of the nuclear standoff.
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Common mistakes of vestige pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "ves-ˈtige". The correct pronunciation is "ˈves.tɪdʒ" in both US and UK English. Tip: Remember to stress the first syllable.
- Vowel sound confusion: Some may pronounce the first syllable as "vees" instead of "ves". The correct vowel sound is short, as in "vest" /vɛst/. Tip: Focus on keeping the first vowel short and crisp.
- Final consonant sound: A common mistake is to pronounce the final sound as "j" instead of "dʒ", resulting in "ves-tij". The correct pronunciation includes the sound "dʒ" as in "judge". Tip: Practice saying "dʒ" to ensure clarity at the end.
- Overemphasizing the second syllable: Learners sometimes overemphasize the second syllable, making it sound like "ves-teege". The correct pronunciation is smooth, with "tɪdʒ" not overly stressed. Tip: Keep the second syllable lighter to maintain natural flow.
- Skipping the "t" sound: Some may omit the "t" sound, saying "ves-idge". The correct pronunciation includes a clear "t" sound, as in "vest". Tip: Enunciate the "t" to avoid blending the syllables together.