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mentor
Definition:
(nou) a wise and trusted guide and advisor
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈmentɔː
Examples:
She regarded her teacher as her life mentor.
The fighter was named by his mentor.
The older partner was to mentor and teach the younger.
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Common mistakes of mentor pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners may stress the second syllable, saying "men-ˈtor" instead of the correct "ˈmen-tor". Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Pronouncing "mentor" with a long "e" sound, like "meen-tor", is common. The correct pronunciation uses a short "e" as in "met" /ˈmɛn.tɔr/ (US) and /ˈmɛn.tə/ (UK). Tip: Focus on the short "e" for accuracy.
- Omitting the final "r": Some speakers may drop the "r" sound, saying "men-tuh" instead of "mentor". Tip: Practice the ending by emphasizing the "r" sound to ensure clarity.
- Overemphasizing the "t": A common mistake is to pronounce the "t" too strongly, resulting in "men-tor" with a harsh "t" sound. Tip: Aim for a softer "t" to maintain a smooth flow in the word.
- Mispronouncing the second syllable: Some might say "men-tor" with an unclear second syllable, making it sound like "men-tore". Tip: Ensure that the second syllable is pronounced as "tor" /tɔr/ (US) or /tə/ (UK) to avoid confusion.