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authoritarian

Definition:

(nou) a person who behaves in a tyrannical manner

Phonetic Transcription:

ɔ:ˌθɒrɪˈteəriən

Examples:

It works by the authoritarian command of a clique of users.

The opposite of authoritarian is libertarian.

Those are the behaviors of authoritarian government.

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bureaucratic

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Common mistakes of authoritarian pronunciation

Stress placement: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "au-THOR-i-tar-i-an" instead of the correct "au-thor-i-TAR-i-an" /ɔːˌθɔːrɪˈtɛəriən/. Tip: Focus on emphasizing the third syllable for clarity.
Vowel confusion: Some mispronounce the "a" in "authoritarian" as "æ" instead of the correct "ɛ" /ɛ/. This leads to saying "authoritærian." Tip: Practice by saying "tar" as in "car" to get the right vowel sound.
Final syllable pronunciation: The last syllable is often pronounced as "an" instead of the correct "i-an" /ɪən/. This can lead to "authoritari-an." Tip: Remember to keep the "i" sound clear and distinct.
Syllable omission: Some speakers skip the second syllable, saying "authoritarian" as "authoritarian" /ɔːˈθɔːrɪtɛrɪn/. This can make the word sound incomplete. Tip: Break it down into syllables: "au-thor-i-ta-ri-an."
Consonant clarity: People sometimes pronounce the "t" in "authoritarian" too softly, leading to "au-thor-i-'arian." The correct pronunciation is with a clear "t" /t/. Tip: Emphasize the "t" to ensure the word is understood correctly.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "authoritarian" in American English?

In American English, "authoritarian" is pronounced as /əˌθɔːrɪˈtɛəriən/. The primary stress is on the third syllable "tɛar," while the second syllable has secondary stress.

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

Yes, in British English, "authoritarian" is pronounced as /ɔːˌθɒrɪˈtɛəriən/. The main difference lies in the vowel sounds, especially in the first syllable, where British English uses "ɔː" compared to the American "ə."

How many syllables are in the word "authoritarian"?

The word "authoritarian" has six syllables: au-thor-i-ta-ri-an. Each syllable is pronounced clearly, which helps in understanding and using the word correctly.

What common mistakes do people make when pronouncing "authoritarian"?

One common mistake is misplacing the stress, which can lead to confusion. Remember to stress the third syllable "tɛar" to pronounce "authoritarian" correctly.