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narcissistic

Definition:

(nou) an exceptional interest in and admiration for yourself

Phonetic Transcription:

ˈnɑːsɪsɪzəm

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Common mistakes of narcissistic pronunciation

Misplacing stress: Some learners stress the second syllable, saying "nar-cis-'sist-ic" instead of the correct "ˌnɑːr.sɪˈsɪt.ɪk" (US) or "ˌnɑː.sɪˈsɪt.ɪk" (UK). Tip: Remember to emphasize the third syllable.
Incorrect vowel sounds: The "a" in "narcissistic" is often mispronounced. Instead of "nar," which sounds like "nahr," use "nɑːr" (US) or "nɑː" (UK). Tip: Focus on the longer "a" sound.
Overlooking syllables: Some speakers omit the second syllable, saying "narcissitic" instead of "narcissistic." This changes the pronunciation to "ˌnɑːr.sɪˈsɪt.ɪk." Tip: Practice saying each syllable clearly.
Mispronouncing "c": The "c" in "narcissistic" can be mistakenly pronounced as "k," resulting in "nar-kis-sis-tic." The correct sound is "s," as in "ˌnɑːr.sɪˈsɪt.ɪk." Tip: Pay attention to the "s" sound in the middle.
Skipping the final "ic": Some may drop the "ic" ending, pronouncing it as "narcissist." The full form is "ˌnɑːr.sɪˈsɪt.ɪk." Tip: Always finish with the "ic" to maintain the word's integrity.

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How do you pronounce "narcissistic" correctly?

The correct pronunciation of "narcissistic" in IPA is /ˌnɑːrsɪˈsɪtɪk/ for US English and /ˌnɑːsɪˈsɪtɪk/ for UK English. The primary stress is on the third syllable, "sist," making it sound like "nar-sis-SIS-tik."

What are the syllables in "narcissistic"?

The word "narcissistic" has five syllables: "nar," "cis," "sis," "tic." You can break it down as nar-cis-sis-tic for easier pronunciation.

Is there a schwa sound in "narcissistic"?

Yes, there is a schwa sound in "narcissistic." The second syllable, "cis," is pronounced with a clear vowel sound, while the "tic" at the end has a less prominent sound, making it sound like "tɪk."

What common mistakes do people make when pronouncing "narcissistic"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress, saying "nar-ci-SIS-tic" instead of "nar-cis-SIS-tik." Additionally, some may confuse the "i" sounds, pronouncing it as "narcissistick" instead of the correct form.