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patriot
Definition:
(nou) one who loves and defends his or her country
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈpætrɪət
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Common mistakes of patriot pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "pa-'trit." The correct stress is on the first syllable: "ˈpeɪ.tri.ət" in US and "ˈpeɪ.tri.ət" in UK. Tip: Remember to emphasize the first part, "pat."
- Vowel confusion: Some people pronounce the first vowel as "æ" instead of "eɪ," resulting in "ˈpæ.tri.ət." This is incorrect. Tip: Focus on the "a" sounding like "ay" in "say" for clarity.
- Overlooking the schwa: Learners often skip the schwa sound in the last syllable, saying "ˈpeɪ.trɪt" instead of "ˈpeɪ.tri.ət." The "ə" is crucial. Tip: Practice the soft "uh" sound at the end to ensure proper pronunciation.
- Incorrect vowel length: Some pronounce the second syllable as a short "i," saying "ˈpeɪ.trɪ.ət." The second vowel should be pronounced as a schwa "ə." Tip: Listen to native speakers to hear the difference in vowel length and sound.
- Blending sounds: It's common to blend the sounds together, resulting in "pay-triot." The correct pronunciation separates the syllables clearly: "ˈpeɪ.tri.ət." Tip: Practice saying each syllable distinctly to improve clarity.