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zeal
Definition:
(nou) a feeling of strong eagerness (usually in favor of a person or cause) (nou) excessive fervor to do something or accomplish some end (nou) prompt willingness
Phonetic Transcription:
ziːl
Examples:
The name of the band reflects the passion and zeal of its members for music.
His vehemence and intense zeal for the Islamic movement were noticed.
Most of her peers see her intensity and zeal for the occult as unsettling.
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Common mistakes of zeal pronunciation
- Incorrect vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "zeal" with a short "e" sound, as in "bed". The correct pronunciation is /ziːl/ in both US and UK English. Tip: Practice saying "see" followed by "l" to get the right sound.
- Misplaced stress: A common mistake is placing stress on the second syllable, saying "ze-AL". The correct pronunciation has the stress on the first syllable: /ˈziːl/. Tip: Remember that "zeal" is a one-syllable word, so focus on the initial sound.
- Overemphasizing the "z": Some may pronounce the "z" too harshly, sounding like "zee-al". The correct sound is softer, pronounced as /ziːl/. Tip: Think of the "z" as a gentle buzzing sound, similar to "zip".
- Adding an extra vowel: Learners might mistakenly say "zeal" as "zeal-uh", introducing an unnecessary schwa sound. The correct pronunciation is simply /ziːl/. Tip: Keep it short and crisp; avoid adding extra sounds at the end.
- Confusing with similar words: Some confuse "zeal" with "seal" or "meal", leading to incorrect pronunciation. "Zeal" is pronounced /ziːl/, while "seal" has a different vowel sound. Tip: Practice distinguishing between the sounds by pairing "zeal" with "feel" to reinforce the correct vowel.