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basic
Definition:
(nou) a popular programming language that is relatively easy to learn; an acronym for beginner's all-purpose symbolic instruction code; no longer in general use (nou) a necessary commodity for which demand is constant
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈbeɪsɪk
Examples:
Hunger is a main stimulant of the basic cry.
The majority of SBHCs provide the basic tools of primary preventive care.
That's the basic idea of functionalism.
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Common mistakes of basic pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners stress the second syllable, saying "ba-SIC" /bəˈsɪk/ instead of the correct first syllable stress. Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable, "BA-sic" /ˈbeɪ.sɪk/.
- Vowel confusion: The vowel sound in the first syllable is often mispronounced. Some say "baysic" instead of "basic". Tip: Practice the short "a" sound as in "bat" to get it right.
- Overemphasizing the "s": Some speakers pronounce "basic" with an exaggerated "s" sound, making it sound like "baysick". Tip: Keep the "s" sound soft and short, as in "sip", to maintain clarity.
- Dropping the final sound: A common mistake is omitting the final "c" sound, leading to "bais" instead of "basic". Tip: Ensure to pronounce the "c" clearly to avoid confusion.
- Incorrectly pronouncing the "a": Some pronounce "basic" with a long "a" sound, like "bay-sick". Tip: Focus on the short "a" sound to correctly say "basic" /ˈbeɪ.sɪk/.