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idolatrous
Phonetic Transcription:
aɪˈdɒlətrəs
Examples:
He saw the practice as idolatrous.
He was wicked and idolatrous of himself.
It is evidently not idolatrous, since they keep no idols.
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Common mistakes of idolatrous pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "i-ˈdol-a-trous". The correct stress is on the third syllable: "i-ˈdol-ə-trəs". Tip: Remember to emphasize the "dol" when pronouncing "idolatrous".
- Overpronouncing the vowels: Many tend to overemphasize the vowel sounds, making it sound like "i-dol-a-ˈtrous". The correct pronunciation is more subtle with the schwa sound: "i-ˈdol-ə-trəs". Tip: Keep the vowel sounds lighter to achieve a smoother flow.
- Ignoring the schwa: Some speakers skip the schwa sound in the third syllable, saying "i-ˈdol-trous". This omits the correct pronunciation: "i-ˈdol-ə-trəs". Tip: Practice the schwa sound "ə" to sound more natural when saying "idolatrous".
- Confusing with similar words: Learners might confuse "idolatrous" with "idolize", leading to mispronunciation. "Idolatrous" is pronounced "i-ˈdol-ə-trəs", while "idolize" is "ˈaɪ-dəˌlaɪz". Tip: Pay attention to the endings of each word to distinguish their sounds.
- Mispronouncing the ending: Some may say "idolatrous" with a hard "s" sound, like "idolatrous". The correct way is with a soft "s" sound: "i-ˈdol-ə-trəs". Tip: Focus on the final syllable to ensure the ending is soft and fluid.