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esoteric
Phonetic Transcription:
ˌesəʊˈterɪk
Examples:
It is an esoteric, recondite piece.
But the detail of the Mackerras pendulum is rather esoteric.
In addition there was no explanation of the meaning of the esoteric nickname.
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Common mistakes of esoteric pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, pronouncing it as /ˌɛsəˈtɛrɪk/. The correct stress is on the third syllable: /ˌɛsəʊˈtɛrɪk/ (UK) or /ˌɛsəˈtɛrɪk/ (US). Tip: Remember to emphasize the "ter" in "esoteric".
- Incorrect vowel sounds: A common mistake is mispronouncing the first vowel sound. Instead of /ɛ/, some say /eɪ/, leading to "esoteric" sounding like "ay-so-teric". Tip: Focus on the short "e" sound as in "bed".
- Omitting syllables: Some people may drop the second syllable, saying "esotric" instead of "esoteric". This can confuse listeners. Tip: Practice saying all three syllables clearly: "es-o-ter-ic".
- Confusing "t" sounds: Learners sometimes pronounce the "t" as a softer sound, leading to "esoh-er-ic". The correct pronunciation has a clear "t" sound: /t/. Tip: Emphasize the "t" to enhance clarity in "esoteric".
- Mispronouncing the ending: Some may pronounce the final "ic" as /ɪk/, making it sound like "esoterik". The correct pronunciation is /ɪk/. Tip: Ensure the last syllable is pronounced as "ick" to sound accurate.