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aristocrat
Definition:
(nou) a member of the aristocracy
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈærɪstəkræt
Examples:
As an aristocrat, he belongs to the cream of society.
In the movie, Commodus is portrayed as an effete aristocrat.
Lord Mengchang was an aristocrat of the State of Qi.
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Common mistakes of aristocrat pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "aristocrat" as /ˌær.ɪˈstrɒk.ræt/ (UK) or /ˌær.ɪˈstræk.ræt/ (US). Tip: Focus on the primary stress on the third syllable: /ˌær.ɪˈstrɒk.ræt/ (UK) or /ˌær.ɪˈstræk.ræt/ (US).
- Overemphasizing vowels: Some people pronounce "aristocrat" with exaggerated vowels, leading to unclear articulation. For example, saying /ˌæɹ.ɪs.təˈkræt/. Tip: Keep the vowels crisp and clear, especially in the unstressed syllables.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Learners might confuse the "i" sound, pronouncing it as /ɪ/ instead of /ə/ in the second syllable. This leads to "aristocrat" sounding like /ˌæ.ɹɪs.təˈkræt/. Tip: Use the schwa sound /ə/ for the unstressed syllable to sound more natural.
- Dropping syllables: Some speakers may drop the second syllable, resulting in "aristocrat" pronounced as /ˈær.ɪˈkræt/. Tip: Ensure you pronounce all syllables clearly; each part is important for proper pronunciation.
- Mispronouncing the final "t": A common mistake is softening the final "t" in "aristocrat," saying /ˌær.ɪˈstræk.ɹæ/ instead. Tip: Emphasize the final "t" sound clearly to maintain the integrity of the word.