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mantra
Definition:
(nou) a commonly repeated word or phrase (nou) literally a `sacred utterance' in Vedism; one of a collection of orally transmitted poetic hymns
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It is the most tiresome mantra of the Balkans.
You are simply repeating the mantra of the martinet.
This mantra is infused with the both Shiva and Shakthi into the Mantra.
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Common mistakes of mantra pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "man-TRA" instead of the correct "MAN-tra" (ˈmæn.trə). Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable.
- Vowel sound confusion: Some may pronounce "mantra" with a long "a" sound, as in "mahn-tra," instead of the correct short "a" sound (ˈmæn.trə). Tip: Focus on keeping the "a" sound short and crisp.
- Syllable division: A common mistake is saying "man-truh" with an extra vowel sound, which can lead to mispronunciation. Tip: Ensure you pronounce "mantra" as two clear syllables: "MAN" + "tra" without adding extra sounds.
- Final "a" pronunciation: Some people may pronounce the final "a" as a long "ah" sound, leading to "mantrah." The correct pronunciation is with a schwa sound (ˈmæn.trə). Tip: Practice saying the last syllable softly, almost like "truh."
- Regional variations: Learners might mix up US and UK pronunciations, where both are similar but can have slight differences. In US English, it's often pronounced as "ˈmæn.trə" with a more pronounced "a." Tip: Listen to native speakers to catch the subtle differences.