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militia
Definition:
(nou) civilians trained as soldiers but not part of the regular army (nou) the entire body of physically fit civilians eligible by law for military service--United States Constitution
Phonetic Transcription:
mɪˈlɪʃə
Examples:
Many of the troops in the continental armies were inexperienced militia.
We now also subcontract militia work to private for profit armies.
It was the revival of the militia.
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Common mistakes of militia pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners place stress incorrectly on "militia" as /məˈlɪʃə/. The correct stress is on the second syllable: /mɪˈlɪʃə/. Tip: Remember to emphasize the "li" when pronouncing the word.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some people pronounce "militia" with an incorrect vowel sound, saying /mɪˈlɪʃə/ instead of /mɪˈlɪʃə/. Tip: Focus on the short "i" sound in the second syllable, ensuring it sounds clear.
- Overemphasizing the "t": Learners might overemphasize the "t" in "militia," pronouncing it as /mɪˈlɪtʃə/. The correct pronunciation has a softer "t" sound. Tip: Practice blending the "t" with the following "i" to create a smooth transition.
- Ignoring the schwa: Some speakers omit the schwa sound in the last syllable, saying /mɪˈlɪʃ/. The correct form includes the schwa: /mɪˈlɪʃə/. Tip: Remember that the last syllable should sound like "shuh," not be dropped.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners may confuse "militia" with "military," pronouncing it as /ˈmɪlɪtəri/. While they share roots, "militia" has a distinct pronunciation. Tip: Pay attention to the syllable structure and stress patterns to differentiate them.