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misanthropy
Definition:
(nou) hatred of mankind (nou) a disposition to dislike and mistrust other people
Phonetic Transcription:
mɪsˈænθrəpi
Examples:
His thoughts drifted to gloom and misanthropy.
In his personality, a strong misanthropy developed.
A huge part of the current philosophy is antihumanism and misanthropy.
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Common mistakes of misanthropy pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "mis-an-THRO-py". The correct stress is on the third syllable: /ˈmɪs.ən.θrə.pi/ (US) and /ˈmɪs.ən.θrə.pi/ (UK). Tip: Emphasize "THRO" to get it right.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some may pronounce "misanthropy" with an "a" sound in the first syllable, like "maisanthropy". The first syllable should have a short "i" sound, as in /ˈmɪs/. Tip: Remember to say "mis" with a quick "i".
- Overpronouncing the "th": People often exaggerate the "th" sound, making it sound like "misan-thropy". The "th" should be pronounced lightly, as in /θr/. Tip: Keep the "th" soft and quick, blending it into the syllable.
- Missing the final "y": Some speakers drop the "y" at the end, saying "misanthrop". The correct pronunciation includes the final "y", pronounced as /pi/. Tip: Always finish strong with "py" to complete the word.
- Confusing syllable count: A common mistake is counting the syllables incorrectly, thinking there are only three. "Misanthropy" has four syllables: /ˈmɪs.ən.θrə.pi/. Tip: Break it down into four parts to help with clarity.