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ethics

Definition:

(nou) motivation based on ideas of right and wrong (nou) the philosophical study of moral values and rules

Phonetic Transcription:

ˈeθɪks

Examples:

The show indirectly deals with the concepts of morality and ethics.

Fritz is self centered and hedonistic, lacking morals and ethics.

Teleology provides a moral basis for the professional ethics of medicine.

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Related Words:

moral

good

principle

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Common mistakes of ethics pronunciation

Misplacing stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, pronouncing it as /ˈɛθ.ɪks/ instead of /ˈɛθ.ɪks/. Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable, "eth", to pronounce "ethics" correctly.
Omitting the "h" sound: Some speakers drop the "h" sound, saying /ˈɛt.ɪks/ instead of /ˈɛθ.ɪks/. Tip: Make sure to pronounce the "h" clearly, as in "h" in "hat", to maintain the correct sound.
Confusing vowel sounds: Learners may use the wrong vowel sound, saying /ˈeθ.ɪks/ instead of /ˈɛθ.ɪks/. Tip: Focus on the short "e" sound in "eth", which is pronounced like the "e" in "bed".
Mispronouncing the final "ics": Some may pronounce it as /ɪks/ instead of /ɪks/. Tip: Ensure the "ics" sounds like "icks" to keep the pronunciation of "ethics" accurate.
Adding extra syllables: A common mistake is pronouncing it as /ˈɛθ.ɪ.kəs/ instead of /ˈɛθ.ɪks/. Tip: Keep it simple; "ethics" has only two syllables, so avoid adding an unnecessary third syllable.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "ethics"?

In American English, "ethics" is pronounced as /ˈɛθɪks/, with the stress on the first syllable. The "e" sounds like the short "e" in "bed," and the "th" is a voiceless sound, similar to "think."

What is the UK pronunciation of "ethics"?

In British English, "ethics" is also pronounced /ˈɛθɪks/, with the same stress and vowel sounds as in American English. There is no significant difference in pronunciation between the two variants for this word.

How many syllables are in the word "ethics"?

"Ethics" has two syllables, which can be broken down as "eth" and "ics." The first syllable carries the primary stress, making it sound a bit stronger than the second.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "ethics"?

A common mistake is mispronouncing the "th" sound, which should be a voiceless dental fricative, as in "think." Some might also stress the second syllable, but the correct stress is on the first syllable.