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antediluvian

Definition:

(nou) any of the early patriarchs who lived prior to the Noachian deluge (nou) a very old person

Phonetic Transcription:

ˌæntidɪˈluːviən

Examples:

Data analysis without computers sounds antediluvian.

I find this to be antediluvian, and just a little disrespectful.

As a genuine antediluvian he is a great curiosity, but a sideshow curiosity.

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Common mistakes of antediluvian pronunciation

Misplacing stress: Many people stress the second syllable, saying "an-te-di-ˈlu-vi-an". The correct stress is on the fourth syllable: "an-te-di-ˌˈlu-vi-an". Tip: Remember to emphasize "lu" when pronouncing "antediluvian".
Incorrect vowel sounds: Some learners pronounce "a" in "an" as "æ", leading to "ˈæn-te-di-ˌlu-vi-an". The correct pronunciation uses a schwa sound: "ə". Tip: Practice saying "uh" for "a" in "antediluvian".
Overemphasizing "t": A common mistake is to pronounce the "t" in "di" too strongly, saying "an-te-ˈdi-lu-vi-an". The "t" should be softer, leading to "an-te-di-ˌlu-vi-an". Tip: Focus on a light touch for "t" in "antediluvian".
Omitting syllables: Some may shorten "antediluvian" to "an-te-ˈlu-vi-an", dropping the "di" syllable. This alters the meaning and makes it incorrect. Tip: Ensure you pronounce all syllables clearly in "antediluvian".
Confusing with similar words: Learners might confuse "antediluvian" with "diluvian", pronouncing it as "ˈdɪl-u-vi-an". The prefix "ante" is crucial. Tip: Always remember the "ante" part when saying "antediluvian".

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "antediluvian" in American English?

In American English, "antediluvian" is pronounced as /ˌæn.tɪ.dɪˈluː.vi.ən/. The primary stress is on the syllable "lu," making it sound like "an-ti-di-LOO-vi-an."

Is there a difference in the pronunciation of "antediluvian" between American and British English?

The pronunciation of "antediluvian" is generally the same in both American and British English, /ˌæn.tɪ.dɪˈluː.vi.ən/. However, some British speakers may slightly emphasize the "di" syllable more than their American counterparts.

What are the syllables in "antediluvian"?

The word "antediluvian" has six syllables: "an-te-di-lu-vi-an." Breaking it down this way can help with proper pronunciation and understanding of its structure.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "antediluvian"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress, often putting it on the wrong syllable, such as "ANT-ed-i-lu-vi-an." Remember to stress the "lu" syllable correctly for accurate pronunciation.