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How to pronounce mindsets

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MAINDsehts

/ˈmaɪnd̚.ˌsɛts/

2 syllables · Stress the first syllable.

Related entry: mindset

the way a person usually thinks about life, work, or a particular situation

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Meanings & examples

noun

the way a person usually thinks about life, work, or a particular situation

A positive mindset can help you deal with stress.

Her mindset about work changed after the training.

Common phrases & grammar

positive mindset · growth mindset · fixed mindset · change your mindset

have a [adjective] mindset

change your mindset about [noun]

Useful expressions

growth mindset

the belief that you can improve your abilities through effort and learning

She has a growth mindset and keeps trying.

fixed mindset

the belief that your abilities cannot change much

A fixed mindset can stop people from trying.

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