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charlatan
Definition:
(nou) a flamboyant deceiver; one who attracts customers with tricks or jokes
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈʃɑːlətən
Examples:
He is a dangerous charlatan.
The charlatan is usually a salesperson.
Given the biog is concise, it reads as if the man is a charlatan.
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Common mistakes of charlatan pronunciation
- Incorrect stress placement: Many people place stress on the second syllable, pronouncing it as "char-luh-ˈtan". The correct stress is on the first syllable: "ˈchar-lə-tən". Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable for accurate pronunciation.
- Mispronouncing "ch": Some might say "sharlatan" instead of "charlatan". The "ch" in "charlatan" is pronounced as /ʧ/, like in "chocolate". Tip: Practice saying words that start with "ch" to reinforce the correct sound.
- Overemphasizing the "t": A common mistake is pronouncing the "t" too strongly, as in "char-la-ˈtan". In "charlatan", the "t" is softer and less stressed. Tip: Focus on a light "t" sound to maintain the flow of the word.
- Dropping the second vowel: Some may say "charlatn" without the schwa sound in the second syllable. The correct pronunciation includes the schwa /ə/, making it "ˈchar-lə-tən". Tip: Practice with similar words that feature a schwa to improve your pronunciation.
- Confusing with similar words: People often mix "charlatan" with "charlatanism" or "charlatanic", mispronouncing the original word. Each has distinct syllable emphasis and sounds. Tip: Familiarize yourself with the definitions and pronunciations of related terms to avoid confusion.