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ayurveda
Definition:
(nou) an ancient medical treatise summarizing the Hindu art of healing and prolonging life; sometimes regarded as a 5th Veda
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Common mistakes of ayurveda pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some people incorrectly stress the first syllable, saying "AYurveda". The correct stress is on the third syllable: /ˌɑː.jʊrˈveɪ.də/ (UK) and /ˌɑjʊrˈveɪdə/ (US). Tip: Practice saying the word slowly, emphasizing "ve" to get the stress right.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: The "a" in "ayurveda" is often mispronounced. It should sound like "uh" as in "sofa" in the second syllable. The correct pronunciation is /ˌɑː.jʊrˈveɪ.də/ (UK) and /ˌɑjʊrˈveɪdə/ (US). Tip: Listen to native speakers to hear the subtle differences in vowel sounds.
- Omitting the final "a": Some may drop the final "a," saying "ayurved." This alters the meaning and is incorrect. The last syllable should always be pronounced as "də." Tip: Always finish the word strongly with the "də" sound to maintain clarity.
- Confusing "y" and "u" sounds: The "y" in "ayurveda" can be mispronounced as "i," leading to "aiurveda." The "y" should sound like "yu." Correctly, it's /ˌɑː.jʊrˈveɪ.də/ (UK) and /ˌɑjʊrˈveɪdə/ (US). Tip: Focus on the "yu" sound to differentiate it from "i."
- Mixing up syllables: Some may say "ayur-veda" instead of "ayurveda," separating the two syllables incorrectly. The word should flow smoothly. The correct pronunciation is /ˌɑː.jʊrˈveɪ.də/ (UK) and /ˌɑjʊrˈveɪdə/ (US). Tip: Practice saying the word as a single unit to avoid breaking it apart.