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altruistic
Phonetic Transcription:
ˌæltruˈɪstɪk
Examples:
For Nietzsche, altruistic love was fabricated by the weak for the weak.
The behavior is altruistic.
In my opinion, that is the altruistic essence of this site.
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Common mistakes of altruistic pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some may incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "al-ˌtru-ˈis-tic". This is incorrect in both US and UK pronunciations. Tip: Remember to stress the first syllable: "ˈal-tru-ˌis-tic".
- Overemphasizing vowels: The "a" in "altruistic" is often mispronounced as a long vowel, sounding like "ey". The correct pronunciation is with a short "a" as in "cat": "ˈal". Tip: Focus on a short, clear "a" sound.
- Ignoring the "r": Some speakers may skip the "r" in "altruistic", pronouncing it as "al-twu-ˈis-tic". This alters the word's clarity. Tip: Ensure you pronounce the "r" clearly as "ˈal-tru".
- Confusing "u" sounds: The "u" in "altruistic" can be mispronounced as "oo" instead of the correct "u" as in "put": "ˈal-tru-ˌis-tic". Tip: Practice the "u" sound to keep it short and crisp.
- Dropping the "t": Some may say "altru-ˈis-ic", omitting the "t" sound entirely. This can lead to misunderstandings. Tip: Always include the "t" to maintain the word's integrity: "ˈal-tru-ˌis-tic".