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karma
Definition:
(nou) the effects of a person's actions that determine his destiny in his next incarnation
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈkɑːmə
Examples:
He was strongly opposed to the doctrine of karma and fatalism.
In Buddhism, the idea of karma is much less deterministic.
Mitigation means lessening the effects of bad karma.
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Common mistakes of karma pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners place stress on the second syllable, pronouncing it as "kar-MA". The correct pronunciation is "KAR-ma" with primary stress on the first syllable (ˈkɑr.mə in US, ˈkɑː.mə in UK). Tip: Focus on emphasizing the first syllable.
- Incorrect vowel sound: A common mistake is pronouncing "a" as "ah" instead of "uh". In "karma", the "a" is pronounced as a schwa sound (ə). Tip: Practice saying "uh" to get the correct vowel sound.
- Omitting the final vowel: Some speakers may drop the final "a", saying "karm" instead of "karma". This changes the word's meaning and sound. Tip: Always articulate the final vowel clearly to maintain the word's integrity.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners sometimes confuse "karma" with "carma" or "karmic". These variations can lead to mispronunciation. "Karma" (ˈkɑr.mə) has a distinct sound. Tip: Familiarize yourself with the correct pronunciation by listening to native speakers.
- Overemphasizing the "r": Some might pronounce the "r" too harshly, making it sound like "kahr-ma". The "r" should be softer in "karma". Tip: Relax your tongue and focus on a smoother "r" sound to improve clarity.