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dichotomy
Definition:
(nou) being twofold; a classification into two opposed parts or subclasses
Phonetic Transcription:
daɪˈkɒtəmi
Examples:
It's the dichotomy of existence and nonexistence.
The article says that Berkeley criticised the dichotomy.
I think this should be in the article for the dichotomy provided.
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Common mistakes of dichotomy pronunciation
- Stress misplacement: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "di-ˈkɒt-ə-mi" instead of the correct "ˌdaɪˈkɒt-ə-mi". Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the third syllable.
- Vowel confusion: Some pronounce "dichotomy" with an incorrect vowel sound, saying "di-kə-ˈtō-mē". The correct pronunciation uses the short "o" sound as in "cot". Tip: Focus on the "ɒ" sound in the second syllable.
- Syllable omission: A common mistake is dropping the second syllable, resulting in "ˈdaɪkəmi". This alters the word's meaning and clarity. Tip: Ensure to articulate all syllables: "di-ˈkɒt-ə-mi".
- Incorrect vowel length: Some learners confuse the length of the vowels, saying "dī-kä-tə-mē" instead of "dɪ-ˈkɒt-ə-mi". Tip: Pay attention to the short "i" in the first syllable and the short "o" in the second.
- Ending sound error: A frequent mistake is mispronouncing the ending, saying "dichot-omy" instead of "dichot-ə-mi". This can confuse listeners. Tip: Make sure to include the schwa sound "ə" in the last syllable.