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elixir
Definition:
(nou) a sweet flavored liquid (usually containing a small amount of alcohol) used in compounding medicines to be taken by mouth in order to mask an unpleasant taste (nou) hypothetical substance that the alchemists believed to be capable of changing base metals into gold (nou) a substance believed to cure all ills
Phonetic Transcription:
ɪˈlɪksə
Examples:
Although not proven, the blood is thought to be the elixir of life.
They are successful and the demon gives them the immortality elixir.
At the end of the series, Blade gave Hannibal King the elixir.
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Common mistakes of elixir pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "elixir" as /ɪˈlɪk.sɪr/. The correct stress is on the first syllable: /ˈɛl.ɪk.sɚ/ (US) or /ˈɛl.ɪk.sə/ (UK). Tip: Remember to focus on the first syllable for proper pronunciation.
- Incorrect vowel sound: Some pronounce "elixir" with a short "e" sound, like "e" in "bed." The correct pronunciation uses the "e" sound as in "met" /ˈɛl.ɪk.sɚ/ (US) or /ˈɛl.ɪk.sə/ (UK). Tip: Practice saying "met" to get the right sound.
- Overemphasizing the "x": Learners sometimes pronounce "elixir" with an exaggerated "x" sound, making it sound harsh. The "x" should be softer, blending into the following vowel sound. Tip: Try saying "elixir" smoothly, focusing on the flow between "l" and "i."
- Omitting the final syllable: Some speakers drop the last syllable, saying "elix" instead of "elixir." The final syllable is essential for clarity. The full pronunciation is /ˈɛl.ɪk.sɚ/ (US) or /ˈɛl.ɪk.sə/ (UK). Tip: Always complete the word by pronouncing the last syllable clearly.
- Confusing "elixir" with "elixir": A common mistake is mixing up "elixir" with "elixirs," which has a different stress pattern. "Elixir" is /ˈɛl.ɪk.sɚ/ (US) or /ˈɛl.ɪk.sə/ (UK), while "elixirs" shifts stress. Tip: Practice both words separately to master their differences.