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aesthetic
Definition:
(nou) a philosophical theory as to what is beautiful
Phonetic Transcription:
iːsˈθetɪk
Examples:
The design aesthetic of the book is clean and minimal.
Her designer cachet and her inimitable aesthetic kept her in constant demand.
Is it purely the aural aesthetic
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Common mistakes of aesthetic pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "aes-ˈthet-ic." The correct stress is on the third syllable: "aes-ˈθɛt-ɪk" (US) and "ɑːs-ˈθɛt-ɪk" (UK). Tip: Focus on emphasizing "θɛt" to master the pronunciation.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Many people pronounce the initial vowel as "e" instead of "a," saying "e-sthetic." The correct pronunciation starts with "a" as in "cat." Tip: Practice saying "aesthetic" slowly, emphasizing the "a" sound.
- Omitting syllables: Some speakers drop the second syllable, pronouncing it as "aes-thetic." The correct pronunciation includes all three syllables: "aes-ˈθɛt-ɪk" (US) and "ɑːs-ˈθɛt-ɪk" (UK). Tip: Break it down into parts: "aes," "thet," "ic."
- Confusing "aesthetic" with "esthetic": Some learners mix up these two words, pronouncing them the same. "Aesthetic" includes the "a" sound, while "esthetic" drops it. Tip: Remember that "aesthetic" starts with "a," which is crucial for correct pronunciation.
- Mispronouncing the "th" sound: Many people substitute "th" with "t," saying "aes-ˈtet-ic." The correct sound is "θ," as in "think." Tip: Practice the "th" sound separately by saying "think" and then incorporate it into "aesthetic."