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antagonist
Definition:
(nou) someone who offers opposition (nou) a muscle that relaxes while another contracts (nou) a drug that neutralizes or counteracts the effects of another drug
Phonetic Transcription:
ænˈtæɡənɪst
Examples:
He is the antagonist of the book.
Clover is the main antagonist of the film.
He is the main antagonist of the film.
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Common mistakes of antagonist pronunciation
- Stress placement error: Many learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, pronouncing it as /ænˈtæɡənɪst/ instead of /ænˈtæɡənɪst/. Tip: Remember to stress the third syllable for clarity.
- Vowel sound confusion: Some may mispronounce the first syllable, saying "an" as /æn/ instead of the correct /æn/. Tip: Focus on keeping the vowel sound clear and short, as in "ant."
- Final "t" sound omission: It's common to drop the final "t," pronouncing it as "antagonis" /ænˈtæɡənɪs/. Tip: Always articulate the "t" at the end to maintain the integrity of the word.
- Syllable reduction: Learners sometimes reduce the third syllable, saying "antag'ist" /ænˈtæɡɪst/. Tip: Ensure all syllables are pronounced distinctly to avoid confusion in communication.
- Incorrect vowel length: Some may pronounce the "a" in the second syllable as a long vowel, saying "antagonist" /ænˈteɪɡənɪst/. Tip: Use a short "a" sound to accurately reflect the standard pronunciation.