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eccentric
Definition:
(nou) a person with an unusual or odd personality (nou) a person of a specified kind (usually with many eccentricities)
Phonetic Transcription:
ekˈsentrɪk
Examples:
Apologies for the slightly eccentric nature of the request.
He is portrayed as a cynical, eccentric hedonist.
Some of the eccentric menagerie refuse to talk.
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Common mistakes of eccentric pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "e-ˈcent-ric". The correct stress is on the second syllable: "e-ˈcen-trik". Tip: Focus on emphasizing "cen" while keeping "ecc" and "tric" softer.
- Vowel sound confusion: Some pronounce "eccentric" with a short "e" as in "bed", saying "ˈek-sen-trik". The correct pronunciation starts with a schwa sound: "ɪ" as in "kit". Tip: Practice saying "e-" as "ɪ" to ensure clarity.
- Overemphasis on "tric": Learners often stress "tric" too heavily, resulting in "e-ˈcen-trik". The correct pronunciation has a lighter touch on "tric": "e-ˈcen-trik". Tip: Keep "tric" quick and soft, focusing more on "cen".
- Mispronouncing the ending: Some drop the "c" sound in "tric", leading to "e-ˈcen-tri". The correct ending includes a clear "c" sound: "tric". Tip: Pronounce "tric" fully to maintain the word's integrity.
- Incorrect vowel length: A common mistake is to elongate the "e" sound at the beginning, saying "ee-ˈcent-ric". The correct sound is short: "e-" as in "bet". Tip: Keep the initial vowel brief to sound natural.