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autodidact

Definition:

(nou) a person who has taught himself

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Cargaleiro learned as an autodidact.

As a painter he is an autodidact.

As a painter, she is an autodidact.

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Common mistakes of autodidact pronunciation

Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "au-to-'di-dact". The correct stress is on the third syllable: "ˌɔː.təˈdaɪ.dækt" (UK) and "ˌɔː.təˈdaɪ.dækt" (US). Tip: Focus on emphasizing "dact".
Vowel sound confusion: Some may pronounce "au" as "aw", leading to "aw-to-didact". The correct pronunciation uses a more open "aw" sound: "ˌɔː.təˈdaɪ.dækt". Tip: Practice the "au" sound by saying "caught" and "thought".
Incorrect syllable division: Learners often break "autodidact" into too many syllables, like "au-to-di-dact". The correct division is three syllables: "ˌɔː.təˈdaɪ.dækt". Tip: Clap your hands for each syllable as you say it.
Final consonant confusion: Some might drop the "t" sound at the end, saying "autodidac". The correct ending includes the "t": "ˌɔː.təˈdaɪ.dækt". Tip: Emphasize the "t" by practicing with words like "act" and "fact".
Mispronouncing "didact": A common mistake is pronouncing "didact" as "di-dact". The correct pronunciation is "daɪ.dækt". Tip: Break it down and practice saying "die" and "dact" separately before combining.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "autodidact" in American English?

In American English, "autodidact" is pronounced as /ˌɔː.təˈdaɪ.dækt/. The primary stress is on the third syllable, "da," while the first syllable has a secondary stress.

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

The pronunciation of "autodidact" is generally the same in both British and American English, /ˌɔː.təˈdaɪ.dækt/. However, you may notice slight variations in the vowel sounds due to accent differences.

What are the syllables in the word "autodidact"?

The word "autodidact" has four syllables: "au-to-di-dact." When pronounced, the first syllable "au" is often pronounced like "aw," while the others flow more smoothly.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "autodidact"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress, often placing it on the first syllable instead of the third. Remember to emphasize "da" for correct pronunciation: /ˌɔː.təˈdaɪ.dækt/.