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idolatry

Definition:

(nou) religious zeal; the willingness to serve God (nou) the worship of idols; the worship of images that are not God

Phonetic Transcription:

aɪˈdɒlətri

Examples:

It is the worst idolatry of all idolatries that exist in the entire world.

The refutation of idolatry is not acceptable.

The question is one of conceptual idolatry.

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Common mistakes of idolatry pronunciation

Misplacing stress: Many speakers incorrectly stress the second syllable in "idolatry" as /ɪˈdɒl.ə.tri/ (UK) or /aɪˈdɑː.lə.tri/ (US). Tip: Focus on the primary stress in the first syllable: /ˈaɪ.dɒ.lə.tri/ (US) or /ˈɪ.dɒ.lə.tri/ (UK).
Omitting syllables: Some people may say "idolatry" as "idlatry," dropping the vowel sound in the second syllable. Tip: Remember to pronounce every syllable clearly: /ˈaɪ.dɒ.lə.tri/ (US) or /ˈɪ.dɒ.lə.tri/ (UK).
Incorrect vowel sounds: The vowel in the first syllable is often mispronounced. Some say "idolatry" with a short "i" sound, like "ih." Tip: Use the long "i" as in "eye": /ˈaɪ.dɒ.lə.tri/ (US) or /ˈɪ.dɒ.lə.tri/ (UK).
Blending syllables: People sometimes blend the last two syllables, pronouncing "idolatry" as "idolatree." Tip: Keep the last two syllables distinct: /ə.tri/ should be pronounced separately, not as one sound.
Confusing vowel length: Some speakers pronounce the second vowel in "idolatry" too short. This can lead to "idolatry" sounding rushed. Tip: Ensure a clear and longer vowel sound: /ˈaɪ.dɒ.lə.tri/ (US) or /ˈɪ.dɒ.lə.tri/ (UK).

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "idolatry" in American English?

In American English, "idolatry" is pronounced as /aɪˈdɒlətri/ with the stress on the second syllable. The "i" in the first syllable sounds like "eye," while the "o" is pronounced as "ah."

What is the British pronunciation of "idolatry"?

In British English, "idolatry" is pronounced as /aɪˈdɒlətri/ as well, with the same stress pattern. The pronunciation is quite similar to American English, maintaining the "eye" sound and the "o" as "ah."

How many syllables are in the word "idolatry"?

The word "idolatry" has four syllables: "i-dol-a-try." Each syllable is pronounced clearly, with the second syllable receiving the primary stress.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "idolatry"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress, often placing it on the first syllable instead of the second. Remember to emphasize the "dol" in "idolatry" for correct pronunciation.