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martyred
Definition:
(nou) one who suffers for the sake of principle (nou) one who voluntarily suffers death as the penalty for refusing to renounce their religion
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈmɑːtə
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Common mistakes of martyred pronunciation
- Dropping the "t": Some may pronounce "martyred" as "married" /ˈmɑːrɪd/ (UK) or /ˈmɑːrɪd/ (US), omitting the "t" sound. Tip: Remember to articulate the "t" clearly to maintain the word's integrity.
- Incorrect vowel sound: A common mistake is using the wrong vowel sound, pronouncing "martyred" as /ˈmɑːrtərd/ instead of /ˈmɑːrtɪrd/. Tip: Focus on the "y" sound, which should be pronounced as a short "i" /ɪ/.
- Misplacing stress: Some learners may incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "mar-TYRED" instead of "MAR-tyred" /ˈmɑːrtɪrd/. Tip: Emphasize the first syllable to get the correct stress pattern.
- Overemphasizing the "r": Some may pronounce "martyred" with an exaggerated "r" sound, leading to "mar-terred" /ˈmɑːrˌtɜrd/. Tip: Keep the "r" subtle and blend it smoothly with the following vowel.
- Confusing with "martyr": People sometimes confuse "martyred" with "martyr" /ˈmɑːrtər/. This can lead to mispronunciation. Tip: Remember that "martyred" adds an extra syllable and sounds like /ˈmɑːrtɪrd/.