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apostasy
Definition:
(nou) the state of having rejected your religious beliefs or your political party or a cause (often in favor of opposing beliefs or causes) (nou) the act of abandoning a party for cause
Phonetic Transcription:
əˈpɒstəsi
Examples:
It is also one of the kinds of apostasy.
The punishment for apostasy in Islam is death.
In no other religion the law of apostasy is death.
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Common mistakes of apostasy pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "a-POS-tasy" instead of the correct "AP-os-ta-sy" (ˈæp.ə.stə.si). Tip: Focus on the first syllable for proper emphasis.
- Omitting syllables: Some speakers may pronounce "apostasy" as "AP-stasy," dropping the middle syllable. This changes the word's clarity. Tip: Practice saying each syllable: "AP-os-ta-sy" (ˈæp.ə.stə.si) to ensure completeness.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: The "o" in the second syllable is often mispronounced as "ah" instead of the correct schwa sound. This can lead to saying "AP-ah-stasy." Tip: Use a light "uh" sound for "o" to say "AP-os-ta-sy" (ˈæp.ə.stə.si).
- Confusing with similar words: Some confuse "apostasy" with "apostle," leading to mispronunciation. "Apostasy" has a different structure and stress pattern. Tip: Remember the distinct sounds and syllables to differentiate them clearly.
- Misarticulating the final "y": The ending "y" is often pronounced as "ee" instead of the softer "ee" sound. This can result in "apostasy" sounding like "apostasy-ee." Tip: Aim for a quick, soft "ee" to pronounce "apostasy" correctly (ˈæp.ə.stə.si).