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gothic
Definition:
(nou) extinct East Germanic language of the ancient Goths; the only surviving record being fragments of a 4th-century translation of the Bible by Bishop Ulfilas (nou) a heavy typeface in use from 15th to 18th centuries (nou) a style of architecture developed in northern France that spread throughout Europe between the 12th and 16th centuries; characterized by slender vertical piers and counterbalancing buttresses and by vaulting and pointed arches
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈɡɒθɪk
Examples:
The architectural style of the cathedral is romanesque and gothic.
It was the first of his designs to flirt with the gothic style.
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Common mistakes of gothic pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "go-THIC". The correct pronunciation is "ˈgɒθɪk" in UK English and "ˈgɑːθɪk" in US English. Tip: Focus on emphasizing the first syllable.
- Incorrect vowel sound: Many people pronounce "gothic" with an "o" as in "go". The correct sound is a short "o" as in "hot" /ɒ/ for UK or a longer "a" /ɑː/ for US. Tip: Practice with similar words like "lot" or "father".
- Overemphasizing "th": Some learners pronounce the "th" sound too strongly, making it sound like "goth-ic" instead of "gothic". The correct sound is a soft "th" /θ/. Tip: Lighten your tongue's touch on the roof of your mouth.
- Dropping the final "ic": A common mistake is to say "goth" instead of "gothic", omitting the last syllable. The full pronunciation includes the "ic" sound /ɪk/. Tip: Always complete the final syllable when speaking.
- Mispronouncing the "g": Some might pronounce "gothic" with a hard "g" as in "goat". The correct pronunciation starts with a soft "g" /g/. Tip: Listen to native speakers to hear the subtle differences in sound.