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derelict
Definition:
(nou) a person without a home, job, or property (nou) a ship abandoned on the high seas
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈderəlɪkt
Examples:
The ruined hall and camp remained derelict between the wars.
Humpback Bay is the site of the former Porcher Island Cannery, now derelict.
The site remained as a derelict.
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Common mistakes of derelict pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners stress the second syllable, pronouncing it as "ˌdɛr.əˈlɪkt". This is incorrect. Tip: Remember that in "derelict", the primary stress is on the first syllable: "ˈdɛr.ə.lɪkt".
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Many pronounce the first syllable as "ˈdɛr" with a short "e" sound. In UK English, it should be more like "ˈdɛr". Tip: Listen for the difference in vowel length, especially in "derelict".
- Omitting syllables: Some may say "ˈdɛr.lɪkt", dropping the middle syllable. This alters the word's meaning. Tip: Ensure you pronounce all three syllables clearly: "ˈdɛr.ə.lɪkt".
- Mispronouncing the final consonant: A common mistake is to say "derelic" without the "t" sound, as in "ˈdɛr.ə.lɪk". Tip: Always pronounce the final "t" clearly to maintain the integrity of the word.
- Confusing with "dereliction": Some learners mix "derelict" with "dereliction", leading to mispronunciation. Tip: Remember that "derelict" has three syllables while "dereliction" has four: "ˌdɛr.əˈlɪk.ʃən".