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monotheism

Definition:

(nou) belief in a single God

Phonetic Transcription:

ˈmɒnəʊθiːɪzəm

Examples:

He is the designer of inclusive monotheism.

I removed the reference to monotheism.

The core of Jewishness is ethical monotheism.

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Common mistakes of monotheism pronunciation

Misplacing stress: Some learners may place the stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "mon-o-'the-ism" instead of the correct "ˈmɒn.əˌθiː.ɪ.zəm" (UK) or "ˈmɑː.nəˌθiː.ɪ.zəm" (US). Tip: Remember to stress the first syllable.
Incorrect vowel sounds: People often mispronounce the "o" in the first syllable as "oʊ" instead of "ɒ" (UK) or "ɑ" (US). This can make "monotheism" sound awkward. Tip: Focus on the short "o" sound.
Overemphasizing syllables: Some might say "mon-o-the-'ism," stressing too many syllables. The correct pronunciation is "ˈmɒn.əˌθiː.ɪ.zəm" (UK) or "ˈmɑː.nəˌθiː.ɪ.zəm" (US). Tip: Keep the emphasis on the first and fourth syllables.
Blending sounds: Learners may blend the "n" and "o" sounds, making it sound like "monto-theism." The proper pronunciation is clear: "ˈmɒn.əˌθiː.ɪ.zəm" (UK) or "ˈmɑː.nəˌθiː.ɪ.zəm" (US). Tip: Articulate each syllable distinctly.
Mispronouncing the "th" sound: Some may pronounce the "th" as "t" or "d," saying "monoteism" or "monodeism." The correct "th" sound is "θ" in "monotheism." Tip: Practice the "th" sound by placing your tongue between your teeth.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "monotheism" correctly?

The pronunciation of "monotheism" is /ˌmɒn.əˈθiː.ɪ.zəm/ in UK English and /ˌmɑː.nəˈθiː.ɪ.zəm/ in US English. The primary stress is on the third syllable, "the," while the first and second syllables are unstressed.

What are the syllables in "monotheism"?

"Monotheism" has five syllables: "mon-o-the-ism." The breakdown helps with proper pronunciation, emphasizing the third syllable "the" with the primary stress.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "monotheism"?

Many people mistakenly stress the first syllable "mon" instead of the correct third syllable "the." It's important to remember that the correct stress placement changes the clarity of the word.

Is there a schwa sound in "monotheism"?

Yes, there is a schwa sound in "monotheism," specifically in the second syllable "o," which sounds like "ə." This unstressed vowel sound is common in English and makes pronunciation smoother.