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citizen
Definition:
(nou) a native or naturalized member of a state or other political community
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈsɪtɪzən
Examples:
He is a citizen of the country.
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Common mistakes of citizen pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "cit-i-zen" /ˈsɪtɪzən/. The correct stress is on the first syllable: "cit"-izen /ˈsɪtɪzən/. Tip: Emphasize the "cit" part when pronouncing.
- Overemphasizing the "t": A common mistake is pronouncing the "t" too strongly, leading to "cit"-i-zen /ˈsɪtɪzən/. In standard pronunciation, the "t" is softer and blends with the surrounding sounds. Tip: Keep the "t" light and quick.
- Dropping the vowel sound: Some say "cit"-zen /ˈsɪt͡sən/ by omitting the middle vowel. This makes the word unclear. The correct pronunciation includes the vowel sound: "cit"-i-zen /ˈsɪtɪzən/. Tip: Practice saying the full syllable to maintain clarity.
- Incorrect vowel quality: Some speakers use a different vowel sound, saying "cit"-izen /ˈsɪtɪzən/ with an "e" sound instead of the correct "i" sound. This alters the word. Tip: Focus on the "i" as in "sit" for accuracy.
- Ignoring the schwa: A mistake is neglecting the schwa sound in the unstressed syllable, leading to "cit"-i-zen /ˈsɪtɪzən/ sounding too pronounced. The correct pronunciation softens the second syllable. Tip: Remember that unstressed syllables are often less pronounced.