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chiropodist
Definition:
(nou) a specialist in care for the feet
Phonetic Transcription:
kɪˈrɒpədɪst
Examples:
The chiropodist did not apply the medical treatments to the yound lady.
He was a qualified chiropodist.
Bob is a dentist and Margaret is a chiropodist.
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Common mistakes of chiropodist pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "chi-ROP-odist" instead of the correct "CHI-rop-odist" (/ˈkaɪ.rəˌpɒd.ɪst/ in UK and /kɪˈrɑː.pə.dɪst/ in US). Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable for clarity.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some might pronounce the "i" in "chiropodist" as /ɪ/ instead of /aɪ/. This leads to mispronunciations like "chir-OP-odist." Tip: Focus on the "chi" as /kaɪ/ to ensure proper pronunciation.
- Ignoring the "ch" sound: A common mistake is pronouncing "chiropodist" with a hard "k" sound, saying "kiropodist." The correct pronunciation begins with a "ch" sound, /ʧ/. Tip: Practice saying "ch" as in "chair" to get started.
- Skipping syllables: Some speakers may rush through the word and omit the middle syllable, saying "chiropodst." This alters the word's meaning and clarity. Tip: Break it down into three clear syllables: "CHI-rop-odist."
- Mispronouncing the "t": People sometimes pronounce the "t" in "chiropodist" too softly, resulting in "chiropodis." The correct pronunciation includes a clear "t" sound. Tip: Emphasize the "t" at the end to complete the word accurately.