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indict
Phonetic Transcription:
ɪnˈdaɪt
Examples:
It is not the role of this article to indict the critics of Lenz.
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Common mistakes of indict pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "in-ˈdīct". The correct stress is on the second syllable: "in-ˈdīct". Tip: Remember that the main stress falls on "dīct".
- Pronouncing the "c" as "k": Some may pronounce "indict" as "in-dīkt", mistakenly using a hard "k" sound for the "c". The correct pronunciation is "in-ˈdīct" with a soft "c". Tip: Think of the "c" as silent in this context.
- Adding an extra vowel sound: A common error is inserting an extra vowel, leading to "in-ˈdī-ict". The correct form is "in-ˈdīct" with no additional sounds. Tip: Focus on the smooth transition between syllables.
- Confusing it with similar words: Some may confuse "indict" with "indite", which has a different meaning. "Indict" is pronounced "in-ˈdīct" while "indite" is "in-ˈdīt". Tip: Pay attention to the context to avoid mixing these words.
- Overemphasizing the "t": Some speakers might overemphasize the "t" at the end, saying "in-ˈdīctt". The correct pronunciation is "in-ˈdīct" with a clear but not exaggerated "t". Tip: Practice saying it slowly to master the ending sound.