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apparatchik

Definition:

(nou) a humorous but derogatory term for an official of a large organization (especially a political organization) (nou) a communist who was a member of the administrative system of a communist party

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Attributing it to me is apparatchik technique.

Since 1945 worked as a party apparatchik in Latvia.

There's nothing wrong with standing up against an apparatchik.

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Common mistakes of apparatchik pronunciation

Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "ap-pa-'ratchik". The correct stress is on the third syllable, pronounced as "ˌæp.əˈrætʃ.ɪk". Tip: Remember to emphasize "ratch" for clarity.
Vowel sounds: Some people mispronounce the first vowel as "e", saying "epp-a-ratchik". The correct pronunciation starts with "æ" as in "cat", making it "ˌæp.əˈrætʃ.ɪk". Tip: Practice with words like "bat" to get the right sound.
Ending consonant: A common mistake is to drop the final "k" sound, pronouncing it as "apparatchi". The correct form includes the "k", as in "ˌæp.əˈrætʃ.ɪk". Tip: Focus on fully articulating the "k" to avoid this error.
Syllable division: Some learners incorrectly divide the syllables, saying "app-a-rat-chik". The correct division is "ˌæp.əˈrætʃ.ɪk", where "rat" and "chik" are combined. Tip: Practice saying the word slowly to master the correct syllable flow.
Regional variations: In some regions, "apparatchik" may be pronounced differently, leading to confusion. The US and UK pronunciations are generally the same, "ˌæp.əˈrætʃ.ɪk". Tip: Listen to native speakers to familiarize yourself with any subtle differences.

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How do you pronounce "apparatchik" correctly?

The correct pronunciation of "apparatchik" is /ˌæp.əˈrætʃ.ɪk/. The primary stress is on the third syllable, "ræt," which is pronounced like "rat" with a short "a" sound.

What are the syllables in "apparatchik"?

The word "apparatchik" has four syllables: ap-pa-ratch-ik. Each part is pronounced clearly, with the stress on the third syllable.

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

There is no significant difference in the pronunciation of "apparatchik" between American and British English; both use /ˌæp.əˈrætʃ.ɪk/. However, regional accents may affect the intonation slightly.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "apparatchik"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress, often pronounced with the stress on the first syllable, as in "AP-pa-ratchik." Remember to stress the third syllable, "ræt," to pronounce it correctly.