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ideology
Definition:
(nou) an orientation that characterizes the thinking of a group or nation (nou) imaginary or visionary theorization
Phonetic Transcription:
ˌaɪdɪˈɒlədʒi
Examples:
The ideology and the political movement are inseparable.
This is the article on the ideology and the political movement.
The ideology they promote is an oxymoron.
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Common mistakes of ideology pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners place the stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "i-de-OL-o-gy" instead of "i-DE-ol-o-gy" (US: /ˌaɪdiˈɑlədʒi/, UK: /ˌaɪdiˈɒlədʒi/). Tip: Remember to stress the third syllable to sound natural.
- Vowel confusion: Some may mispronounce the "o" in the second syllable as "aw" instead of the correct "o" sound in "ideology". Tip: Focus on keeping the vowel sound clear, as in "o" in "go".
- Ending sound: A common mistake is to pronounce the final "gy" as "gee" instead of the correct "jee". This can lead to saying "ideology" incorrectly. Tip: Practice the "jee" sound to ensure clarity in pronunciation.
- Syllable omission: Some learners might drop the second syllable, saying "ideol-gy" instead of "i-de-OL-o-gy". This can alter the word's meaning and clarity. Tip: Break the word into its syllables to help maintain all parts.
- Overemphasizing consonants: Some may overly stress the "d" or "g" sounds, making them sound harsh, like "ideol-gee". Tip: Keep consonants soft and smooth to maintain the word's rhythm and flow.