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beatrice
Definition:
(nou) the woman who guided Dante through Paradise in the Divine Comedy
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Beatrice survived and she is looking for them in the beatrice letters.
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Common mistakes of beatrice pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many say "beatrice" with incorrect stress on the second syllable, as in /ˈbiː.ə.trɪs/. The correct stress is on the first syllable: /ˈbiː.ə.trɪs/. Tip: Emphasize the first syllable to sound more natural.
- Vowel sounds: Some pronounce "beatrice" with a short "i" sound, resulting in /ˈbiː.ə.trɪs/. The correct pronunciation has a schwa sound in the second syllable: /ˈbiː.ə.trɪs/. Tip: Practice saying the vowel sound as a quick, neutral "uh."
- Final "ce" pronunciation: A common mistake is pronouncing the final "ce" as "s," leading to /ˈbiː.ə.trɪs/. The correct pronunciation ends with a "s" sound, /ˈbiː.ə.trɪs/. Tip: Remember to keep the final sound soft and clear.
- Overemphasis on "ea": Some speakers overly stress the "ea" in "beatrice," saying /ˈbɪː.ə.trɪs/. The correct pronunciation is smoother with less emphasis: /ˈbiː.ə.trɪs/. Tip: Focus on blending the "ea" sound into the first syllable.
- Mispronouncing the "t": A frequent error is softening the "t" in "beatrice," resulting in /ˈbiː.ə.ɹɪs/. The "t" should be pronounced clearly as /ˈbiː.ə.trɪs/. Tip: Ensure that the "t" is crisp and distinct for clarity.