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nomadic
Phonetic Transcription:
nəʊˈmædɪk
Examples:
The people have a nomadic lifestyle.
It is the centre for the traditionally nomadic Adhara people.
The figures excludes the nomadic bedouin population.
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Common mistakes of nomadic pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners stress the second syllable, saying "no-MAD-ic" instead of the correct "no-MAD-ic" (ˈnoʊˌmædɪk for US, ˈnəʊˌmædɪk for UK). Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: The "o" in "nomadic" can be mispronounced as a short vowel, leading to "nuh-MAD-ic." The correct pronunciation has a long "o" sound. Tip: Practice saying "no" to get the right vowel quality.
- Omitting the "c" sound: Some may drop the "c" at the end, pronouncing it as "no-MAD-ee." This changes the word's meaning. Tip: Ensure you pronounce the final "c" clearly to maintain the word's integrity.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners might confuse "nomadic" with "nomad" and pronounce it as "NO-mad-ic." The correct form includes the full suffix. Tip: Break it down into syllables: "no-MAD-ic."
- Overemphasizing the "a": Some may overemphasize the "a," pronouncing it as "no-MA-dic." The correct pronunciation keeps it softer. Tip: Focus on keeping the "a" sound short and smooth.