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dentist
Definition:
(nou) a person qualified to practice dentistry
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈdentɪst
Examples:
The doctor, dentist and the dry cleaner all cater specifically to gay clientele.
Arthur was a dentist and orthodontist.
He was a dentist and orthodontist.
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Common mistakes of dentist pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners stress the second syllable, saying "den-TIST" instead of "DEN-tist". This can confuse listeners. Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable, marked as ˈdɛn.tɪst.
- Vowel confusion: The vowel sound in the first syllable may be mispronounced. Some might say "dantist" with an "a" sound. Tip: Practice the "e" sound as in "bed" to say "dentist" correctly, /ˈdɛn.tɪst/.
- Silent letters: Some people might pronounce the "t" in "dentist" too softly or omit it entirely, saying "denis". This alters the word significantly. Tip: Ensure you pronounce the "t" clearly, as in /ˈdɛn.tɪst/.
- Incorrect ending sound: Learners sometimes pronounce the last syllable as "-ist" with a long "i" sound, saying "den-teest". This is incorrect. Tip: Use a short "i" sound, as in /ˈdɛn.tɪst/, to ensure clarity.
- Overemphasizing the "d": Some may pronounce "dentist" with an exaggerated "d" sound, making it sound like "dentist" instead of "dentist". Tip: Keep the "d" crisp and clear, but avoid overemphasis to maintain natural flow.