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artisan
Definition:
(nou) a skilled worker who practices some trade or handicraft
Phonetic Transcription:
ˌɑːtɪˈzæn
Examples:
Workmanship is the skill of an artisan or craftsman.
Workmanship refers to the quality of the work of an artisan or craftsman.
But the artisan skill of the makers is paramount.
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Common mistakes of artisan pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "art-ˈi-san" instead of the correct "ˈar-tə-zən". Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some pronounce "artisan" with an "ah" sound, saying "ˈar-tahn" instead of "ˈar-tə-zən". Tip: Focus on the schwa sound "ə" in the second syllable for clarity.
- Omitting the "t": A common error is dropping the "t," resulting in "ar-ˈi-zan". This is incorrect; the "t" must be pronounced clearly. Tip: Practice saying "t" distinctly to avoid this mistake.
- Overemphasizing the final syllable: Some learners stress the last syllable, saying "ar-ti-ˈzan". The correct pronunciation has a light touch on the last syllable. Tip: Keep the final "zən" soft and quick.
- Vowel length confusion: Some may confuse the length of the vowels, pronouncing it as "ˈaːr-tə-zən". Ensure that the first vowel is short. Tip: Practice with vowel contrasts to master the correct lengths.