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doctrine
Definition:
(nou) a belief (or system of beliefs) accepted as authoritative by some group or school
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈdɒktrɪn
Examples:
This doctrine expresses the belief in one 'indivisible' God.
From this belief came the first evidence of the doctrine of imminence.
The doctrine serves the man, not the man the doctrine.
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Common mistakes of doctrine pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners stress the second syllable, saying "doc-ˈtrine" instead of the correct "ˈdoc-trine". Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable for proper pronunciation.
- Incorrect vowel sound: A common mistake is pronouncing "o" as in "hot" instead of the more open sound "ɒ" as in "lot" for UK or "ɑ" for US. Tip: Practice the "o" sound in "doctrine" by comparing it to "dock".
- Overemphasizing the "t": Some might pronounce "doctrine" with a strong "t" sound, making it sound like "doct-ˈrine". Tip: Keep the "t" soft and quick to maintain the fluidity of the word.
- Skipping the final "e": Learners may drop the final "e", pronouncing it as "ˈdoctrin". Tip: Always include the final "e" to ensure clarity and accuracy in pronunciation.
- Merging syllables: Some people blend the syllables, saying "ˈdoctrin" as one smooth sound. Tip: Clearly separate the two syllables "doc" and "trine" to avoid confusion.