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lunatic
Definition:
(nou) an insane person (nou) a reckless impetuous irresponsible person
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈluːnətɪk
Examples:
The boy was a lunatic and he always made people mad.
He was seriously lunatic.
He is a certifiable lunatic with a grudge.
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Common mistakes of lunatic pronunciation
- Stress misplacement: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "lu-ˈna-tic" instead of the correct "ˈlu-nə-tic". Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable for proper pronunciation.
- Vowel sound confusion: Some pronounce "lunatic" with a long "u" sound, saying "lū-nə-tic". The correct pronunciation uses a short "u" sound, "ˈlu-nə-tic". Tip: Practice using a short "u" as in "put".
- Silent "c" confusion: A common mistake is to pronounce the "c" in "lunatic", leading to "lunatic" sounding like "lunatic". The "c" is silent in this word. Tip: Focus on the flow of the syllables without pausing at the "c".
- Overemphasis on "tic": Some speakers put too much stress on the last syllable, saying "lunati-ˈc". The correct stress is on the first syllable, "ˈlu-nə-tic". Tip: Keep the last syllable light and quick.
- Incorrect vowel in the second syllable: People sometimes say "lun-ˈa-tic" instead of "ˈlu-nə-tic", using an "a" sound instead of a schwa. Tip: Use a soft "ə" sound in the second syllable for accuracy.