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epistle
Definition:
(nou) a specially long, formal letter (nou) a book of the New Testament written in the form of a letter from an Apostle
Phonetic Transcription:
ɪˈpɪsəl
Examples:
He borrowed the epistle from the library.
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Common mistakes of epistle pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners stress the second syllable, saying "e-ˈpis-tle" instead of the correct "ˈe-pis-tle". Tip: Remember to stress the first syllable for accurate pronunciation.
- Omitting the "e": Some may pronounce "epistle" as "pis-tle", dropping the initial sound. Tip: Always include the "e" sound at the beginning, making it "ˈe-pis-tle".
- Incorrect vowel sound: A common mistake is pronouncing the "i" as a long "ee" sound, saying "ˈe-peestle". Tip: The "i" in "epistle" should sound like "i" in "sit", not "ee".
- Overemphasizing the "t": Some learners pronounce "epistle" with a heavy "t" sound, making it sound like "e-pis-tel". Tip: The "t" should be softer, almost blending into the "le" at the end.
- Ignoring syllable separation: A frequent error is slurring the syllables together, leading to "episle". Tip: Pronounce each syllable clearly: "ˈe-pis-tle", ensuring a distinct separation.