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equestrian
Definition:
(nou) a man skilled in equitation
Phonetic Transcription:
ɪˈkwestrɪən
Examples:
Puissance is the high jump competition in the equestrian sport of show jumping.
He was a philatelist and an equestrian.
She used to be a equestrian trainer.
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Common mistakes of equestrian pronunciation
- Stress misplacement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "e-ˈkwes-tri-an". The correct pronunciation places the stress on the third syllable: "ɪ-ˈkwɛs-tri-ən". Tip: Practice emphasizing the "kwɛs" part to master the rhythm.
- Vowel confusion: Some people pronounce "equestrian" with an unclear vowel sound, as in "e-kwes-ˈtri-an". The correct vowel sounds are clearer: "ɪ-ˈkwɛs-tri-ən". Tip: Focus on the short "ɪ" sound at the beginning to distinguish it.
- Silent letters: Learners may mistakenly pronounce the "t" in "equestrian", saying "e-kwes-tri-an". In reality, the "t" is silent. Tip: Remember that the "t" is not pronounced, making it flow smoothly as "ɪ-ˈkwɛs-tri-ən".
- Incorrect vowel length: Some individuals might overemphasize the "i" in "equestrian", leading to "e-kwes-tri-an". The correct pronunciation has a shorter "i" sound: "ɪ-ˈkwɛs-tri-ən". Tip: Listen to native speakers to catch the subtlety of vowel length.
- Syllable omission: A common mistake is to drop the last syllable, saying "e-ˈkwes-tri". The full form includes all syllables: "ɪ-ˈkwɛs-tri-ən". Tip: Practice saying the entire word slowly to ensure you include every syllable.