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paranoid
Definition:
(nou) a person afflicted with paranoia
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈpærənoɪd
Examples:
He was paranoid in the extreme.
The work ends in a paranoid and defiant mood.
They become paranoid of the gnome and try to destroy it.
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Common mistakes of paranoid pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "par-a-"NOID" instead of "PAR-a-noid". Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable with the IPA /ˈpær.ə.nɔɪd/ for US and /ˈpær.ə.nɔɪd/ for UK.
- Overemphasizing vowels: Some learners pronounce "paranoid" with exaggerated vowel sounds, leading to unclear pronunciation. Tip: Focus on a balanced sound, especially with the "a" in the first syllable, as in /ˈpær.ə.nɔɪd/.
- Dropping syllables: It's common to hear "paranoid" pronounced with only two syllables, like "PAR-noid". Tip: Ensure you pronounce all three syllables clearly, as in /ˈpær.ə.nɔɪd/, to maintain clarity.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some might say "paranoid" with a long "a" sound, like "pay". Tip: Use the short "a" sound, as in /ˈpær.ə.nɔɪd/, to match standard English pronunciation.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners sometimes mix "paranoid" with "paranoia" or "paranoid" with "paranormal". Tip: Remember that "paranoid" is an adjective, while "paranoia" is a noun, and practice the IPA /ˈpær.ə.nɔɪd/ for clear differentiation.