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wisdom

Definition:

(nou) accumulated knowledge or erudition or enlightenment (nou) the trait of utilizing knowledge and experience with common sense and insight (nou) ability to apply knowledge or experience or understanding or common sense and insight (nou) the quality of being prudent and sensible (nou) an Apocryphal book consisting mainly of a meditation on wisdom; although ascribed to Solomon it was probably written in the first century BC

Phonetic Transcription:

ˈwɪzdəm

Examples:

The book and the torch symbolize intelligence and wisdom.

To gain understanding that wisdom may be vouchsafed to me.

Learn from me, use the rules intelligently and attain wisdom.

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Common mistakes of wisdom pronunciation

Misplacing stress: Some learners put stress on the second syllable, saying "wi-ZDUM." The correct pronunciation is "ˈwɪz.dəm" in both US and UK English. Tip: Focus on the first syllable for proper emphasis.
Overemphasizing the "d": A common error is pronouncing "wisdom" as "WIZ-dum," with a strong "d" sound. The "d" should be softer, as in "ˈwɪz.dəm." Tip: Keep the "d" subtle and blend it smoothly with the "m."
Ignoring the schwa: Some may neglect the schwa sound in the second syllable, leading to "WIZ-dom." The correct pronunciation includes a schwa, sounding like "ˈwɪz.dəm." Tip: Remember that unstressed syllables often use the schwa sound.
Pronouncing as a single syllable: A mistake is saying "WIZM," which omits the second syllable entirely. The accurate pronunciation is "ˈwɪz.dəm," with both syllables pronounced clearly. Tip: Practice saying both syllables distinctly.
Mispronouncing the vowel sound: Some may pronounce "wisdom" with an "ee" sound, as in "WEEZ-dom." The correct vowel sound is a short "i," as in "ˈwɪz.dəm." Tip: Listen to native speakers to hear the correct vowel pronunciation.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "wisdom" in American English?

In American English, "wisdom" is pronounced as /ˈwɪz.dəm/. The first syllable has primary stress, and the second syllable contains a schwa sound, which is pronounced like "uh."

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

No, the pronunciation of "wisdom" is the same in both American and British English, /ˈwɪz.dəm/. Both accents place the primary stress on the first syllable.

How many syllables are in the word "wisdom"?

The word "wisdom" has two syllables: "wis" and "dom." The first syllable is stressed, making it sound more prominent than the second.

Are there common mistakes when pronouncing "wisdom"?

One common mistake is misplacing the stress on the second syllable, which can make it sound unnatural. Remember to stress the first syllable, "wis," for correct pronunciation.