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anecdote
Definition:
(nou) short account of an incident (especially a biographical one)
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈænɪkdəʊt
Examples:
Frosty turned the story into a humorous anecdote on the air.
The definition must entertain why the main story is erroneous not the anecdote.
What was the reference for the Berlin anecdote
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Common mistakes of anecdote pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some may incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "anecdote" as /ˌæn.ɪkˈdoʊt/. This is incorrect; the primary stress is on the first syllable. Tip: Remember to emphasize the first part: /ˈæn.ɪk.doʊt/ (US) or /ˈæn.ɪk.dəʊt/ (UK).
- Ignoring the vowel sounds: People often pronounce "anecdote" with a flat "a" sound, like "anecdote" as /ˈæn.ɛk.doʊt/. This mispronunciation alters the word's clarity. Tip: Focus on the "æ" sound in the first syllable, which should be pronounced clearly.
- Overemphasizing the "d": Some might stress the "d" too much, saying "anecdote" as /ˈæn.ɪk.dote/. This can make the word sound choppy. Tip: Keep the "d" soft and connected to the following vowel, ensuring a smooth transition.
- Omitting the "t" sound: A common mistake is dropping the "t" at the end, pronouncing it as "anecdote" /ˈæn.ɪk.doʊ/. This can lead to confusion with similar-sounding words. Tip: Always pronounce the final "t" clearly to maintain the word's integrity.
- Mispronouncing the second syllable: Some may pronounce "anecdote" with a long "i" sound in the second syllable, like "anecdote" as /ˈæn.ɪk.doʊt/. This is incorrect. Tip: Ensure the second syllable has a short "i" sound, as in /ˈæn.ɪk.doʊt/ (US) or /ˈæn.ɪk.dəʊt/ (UK).