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bodhisattva
Definition:
(nou) Buddhist worthy of nirvana who postpones it to help others
Examples:
He is considered as the incarnation of the bodhisattva of the compassion.
To say one is a bodhisattva, one should uphold the vows of a bodhisattva.
One for the buddha and one for the bodhisattva.
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Common mistakes of bodhisattva pronunciation
- Incorrect stress placement: Many learners stress the second syllable instead of the first. The correct pronunciation is /ˌboʊdiˈsɑːtvə/ (US) and /ˌbəʊdɪˈsætvə/ (UK). Tip: Focus on placing stress on "satt" for clarity.
- Mispronouncing "bodhi": Some say "Bodhi" as "Bodie" with a long "o" sound. The correct pronunciation is /ˈboʊdi/ (US) and /ˈbəʊdi/ (UK). Tip: Remember that "Bodhi" has a short "o" sound, like in "go."
- Overemphasizing vowels: Learners often elongate the vowels in "Bodhisattva." The correct pronunciation has shorter vowels: /ˌboʊdiˈsɑːtvə/ (US) and /ˌbəʊdɪˈsætvə/ (UK). Tip: Keep vowels crisp and clear to avoid sounding unnatural.
- Ignoring the "t": Some speakers omit the "t" sound in "sattva," saying it as "sava." The correct articulation includes a clear "t": /ˈsɑːtvə/ (US) and /ˈsætvə/ (UK). Tip: Practice emphasizing the "t" to ensure proper pronunciation.
- Confusing "va" with "wa": A common mistake is pronouncing "va" as "wa," leading to "Bodisattwa." The correct ending is /və/ in both variants. Tip: Focus on the "v" sound to maintain accuracy in the word.