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worship
Definition:
(nou) the activity of worshipping (nou) a feeling of profound love and admiration
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈwɜːʃɪp
Examples:
The worship of the heavenly bodies is not the beginning of religion.
Sepharvaim was the centre of the worship of the god Adramelech.
The Dongmaeng Festival was practiced to worship the gods.
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Common mistakes of worship pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many learners place stress on the second syllable, pronouncing it as "worship" instead of the correct "ˈwɜrʃɪp" (US) or "ˈwɜːʃɪp" (UK). Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable.
- Overemphasizing the "o": Some may pronounce "worship" with a strong "o" sound, leading to "woorship." The correct pronunciation is "ˈwɜrʃɪp" (US) or "ˈwɜːʃɪp" (UK) with a short "w" sound. Tip: Focus on a soft "w" without elongating the vowel.
- Ignoring the "r" sound: A common mistake is omitting the "r" sound, resulting in "worship" sounding like "wosh-hip." The "r" is important in both variants: "ˈwɜrʃɪp" (US) and "ˈwɜːʃɪp" (UK). Tip: Make sure to pronounce the "r" clearly.
- Skipping the "i" sound: Some may pronounce "worship" as "worshp," neglecting the "i" sound. The correct pronunciation includes the "i": "ˈwɜrʃɪp" (US) or "ˈwɜːʃɪp" (UK). Tip: Ensure you articulate the "i" to maintain clarity.
- Mispronouncing the final "p": Learners sometimes soften the final "p," making it sound like "worship" ends with a vowel. The correct ending is a firm "p": "ˈwɜrʃɪp" (US) or "ˈwɜːʃɪp" (UK). Tip: Practice saying the word with a strong final "p" sound.