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ecstasy
Definition:
(nou) a state of being carried away by overwhelming emotion- Charles Dickens (nou) a state of elated bliss (nou) street names for methylenedioxymethamphetamine
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈekstəsi
Examples:
The ecstasy of martyrdom is mimicked by the ecstasy of sex.
The Jhummar is a dance of ecstasy.
He embraced the linga in ecstasy.
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Common mistakes of ecstasy pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "ecstasy" as /ˈɛkstəˌsi/. The correct stress is on the first syllable, /ˈɛkstəsi/. Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable when speaking.
- Vowel confusion: The first vowel sound can be mispronounced. Some say "ecstasy" with a short "e," like /ˈɛk/. The correct sound is a more open "e," /ˈɛk/. Tip: Open your mouth slightly wider to produce the correct vowel sound.
- Overemphasizing the "t": A common mistake is overemphasizing the "t" in "ecstasy," leading to a pronunciation like /ˈɛkstəˌsi/. The "t" should be softer and less pronounced in the flow of speech. Tip: Practice saying the word smoothly to reduce the emphasis on "t."
- Ignoring the schwa: Some speakers omit the schwa sound in the second syllable, pronouncing "ecstasy" as /ˈɛkstəsi/. The correct pronunciation includes a schwa, /ˈɛkstəsi/. Tip: Focus on the relaxed "uh" sound in the second syllable to improve clarity.
- Incorrect syllable count: Learners may mistakenly treat "ecstasy" as having three syllables, saying it as /ˈɛkstəˌsi/. The word actually has four syllables: /ˈɛk.stə.si/. Tip: Break the word down into its individual syllables to ensure proper pronunciation.