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dostoevsky
Definition:
(nou) Russian novelist who wrote of human suffering with humor and psychological insight (1821-1881)
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Common mistakes of dostoevsky pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many people incorrectly stress the first syllable. The correct stress is on the last syllable: /ˌdɒs.təˈjɛf.ski/ (UK) and /ˌdɑs.təˈjɛf.ski/ (US). Tip: Remember to emphasize the "ski" part.
- Pronouncing "oe": Some learners mispronounce "oe" as "oh" instead of the correct sound. In "dostoevsky," "oe" is pronounced as /əʊ/ (UK) or /oʊ/ (US). Tip: Practice saying "dost" followed by "oe" to get it right.
- Missing the "t": It's common to drop the "t" sound in the second syllable, leading to "dosoevsky." The correct pronunciation includes the "t": /ˌdɒs.təˈjɛf.ski/ (UK) and /ˌdɑs.təˈjɛf.ski/ (US). Tip: Focus on enunciating the "t" clearly.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some might confuse the "o" in "dosto" with an "a" sound, saying "dastaevsky." The correct vowel is /ɒ/ (UK) or /ɑ/ (US). Tip: Listen to native speakers to catch the right vowel sound.
- Overemphasizing "sky": Learners often stress "sky" too much, making it sound like a separate word. In "dostoevsky," it should flow smoothly from the previous syllable. Tip: Practice saying it as one continuous word.