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miscreant
Definition:
(nou) a person without moral scruples
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈmɪskrɪənt
Examples:
Ligarde is usually seen playing the part of villain, degenerate, or miscreant.
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Common mistakes of miscreant pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many people place the stress incorrectly on the second syllable, pronouncing it as "mis-ˈcre-ant." The correct stress is on the first syllable: "ˈmis-cre-ant." Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable for clarity.
- Vowel sound confusion: Some may mispronounce "miscreant" with an unclear vowel sound, especially in the first syllable, sounding like "mɪs-krɪ-ənt." The correct pronunciation is "ˈmɪs-kri-ənt" with a clear "i" sound. Tip: Focus on the short "i" in the first syllable.
- Silent letters: A common mistake is to pronounce the "t" at the end, saying "miscreant" as "miscreant." The "t" is silent in both US and UK pronunciations. Tip: Practice saying the word without the "t" at the end.
- Syllable division: Some learners might incorrectly divide the syllables as "mis-cre-ant," leading to confusion. The correct division is "mis-cre-ant." Tip: Break the word into two parts: "mis" and "creant" for better pronunciation.
- Regional variations: Non-native speakers may use a regional accent that alters the pronunciation, leading to variations like "ˈmɪs-kreɪ-ənt." The standard pronunciation is "ˈmɪs-kri-ənt." Tip: Listen to native speakers for accurate pronunciation.