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illiterate
Definition:
(nou) a person unable to read
Phonetic Transcription:
ɪˈlɪtərət
Examples:
He appeared ignorant of the very rudiments of statecraft and almost illiterate.
Most of the people are illiterate.
The article is scientifically illiterate.
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Common mistakes of illiterate pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "il-LIT-er-ate" /ɪˈlɪt.ər.ət/ (US) instead of the correct first syllable. Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable "il" when pronouncing "illiterate".
- Omitting the middle syllable: Some people pronounce "illiterate" as "iltrate" /ˈɪl.trɪt/ (incorrect). This skips the second syllable entirely. Tip: Ensure you pronounce all three syllables: "il-lit-er-ate".
- Mispronouncing the vowel sounds: The "i" in the first syllable is often mispronounced as "ee" /iː/ instead of the correct short "i" /ɪ/. Tip: Use a short "i" sound like in "it" when saying "illiterate".
- Confusing the "t" sound: Some speakers pronounce the "t" in "illiterate" as a "d" sound, saying "il-lid-er-ate". This is incorrect. Tip: Make sure to pronounce the "t" clearly as /t/ to maintain clarity.
- Incorrect vowel sound in the last syllable: Learners may say "illiter-ate" with a long "a" sound. The correct pronunciation features a schwa sound /ə/. Tip: Practice saying the last syllable as "er-ate" /ər.ət/ to sound more accurate.