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martyrdom
Definition:
(nou) death that is imposed because of the person's adherence of a religious faith or cause (nou) any experience that causes intense suffering
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈmɑːtədəm
Examples:
Today is the anniversary of the martyrdom.
It was the site of the martyrdom of Saint Juthwara.
At the last, he received the crown of martyrdom.
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Common mistakes of martyrdom pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "mar-" instead of the first. The correct pronunciation is /ˈmɑːr.tər.dəm/ in UK and /ˈmɑr.tər.dəm/ in US. Tip: Focus on emphasizing the first syllable.
- Omitting the "t": Some may pronounce "martyrdom" as "mar-erdum," dropping the "t." This can lead to confusion. The "t" is essential for clarity. Tip: Practice saying "martyr" first to maintain the "t" sound.
- Mispronouncing the "r": The "r" in "martyrdom" can be pronounced too softly, sounding like "moth-erdum." It's important to articulate the "r" clearly. Tip: Try saying "hard" to strengthen your "r" pronunciation.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some learners confuse the vowel sounds, saying "marturdum" instead of "martyrdom." The correct vowels are /ɑː/ and /ə/. Tip: Break the word into syllables: "mar-tar-dom" to master the sounds.
- Ignoring the schwa: The final syllable can be mispronounced as a strong vowel, leading to "martyr-dome." The correct pronunciation includes a schwa sound /dəm/. Tip: Practice with other words ending in a schwa, like "sofa," to get comfortable.