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liturgy
Definition:
(nou) a Christian sacrament commemorating the Last Supper by consecrating bread and wine (nou) a rite or body of rites prescribed for public worship
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈlɪtədʒi
Examples:
The liturgy of the consecration was controversial.
This lead to the suspension of the liturgy in the cathedral.
The liturgy is regulated by the clergy and hierarchy of the church.
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Common mistakes of liturgy pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "li-ˈtur-gy" instead of the correct "ˈlitur-gy". Tip: Focus on the first syllable for the primary stress.
- Omitting the "t": Some speakers may pronounce "liturgy" as "li-ˈur-gy", dropping the "t" sound. This can lead to confusion. Tip: Make sure to clearly articulate the "t" as in "tiger" when pronouncing "liturgy".
- Incorrect vowel sounds: The vowel sounds in "liturgy" can be tricky. Some might say "lit-ˈer-gy" instead of the correct "ˈlitur-gy". Tip: Practice the "i" as in "sit" and the "u" as in "put" to master the pronunciation.
- Overemphasizing the "g": Some learners might pronounce "liturgy" with a heavy emphasis on the "g", sounding like "lit-ur-ˈghee". Tip: Keep the "g" soft and subtle, as in "giraffe".
- Confusing it with similar words: "Liturgy" can be mistakenly pronounced like "literacy" as "ˈlit-ər-ə-si". Tip: Remember that "liturgy" has a distinct first syllable sound and a different vowel structure.