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podiatrist
Definition:
(nou) a specialist in care for the feet
Phonetic Transcription:
pəˈdaɪəˌtrɪst
Examples:
Jake Wexler is a podiatrist and a bookie.
I have never been to a podiatrist.
In such cases a physician or podiatrist should be consulted.
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Common mistakes of podiatrist pronunciation
- Incorrect stress placement: Some learners place stress on the second syllable, saying "po-DI-atrist" instead of the correct "PO-di-atrist" (ˈpoʊ.daɪ.ə.trɪst for US, ˈpəʊ.daɪ.ə.trɪst for UK). Tip: Focus on stressing the first syllable.
- Mispronouncing the vowel sounds: The "o" in "podiatrist" should sound like "oh" (as in "go") rather than "ah" (as in "cat"). This is crucial for clarity. Tip: Practice the "o" sound in isolation before using it in the word.
- Overemphasizing the last syllable: Some people stress the final syllable too heavily, leading to "podiatRIST" instead of the correct "podiatrist" (ˈpoʊ.daɪ.ə.trɪst for US, ˈpəʊ.daɪ.ə.trɪst for UK). Tip: Keep the last syllable light and quick.
- Dropping the "i" sound: It's common to skip the "i" in the second syllable, making it sound like "podatrist." This changes the word significantly. Tip: Ensure to pronounce each syllable clearly, especially the "di."
- Confusing "podiatrist" with similar words: Some may mix it up with "podium" or "podcast," leading to incorrect pronunciation. Tip: Break down "podiatrist" into its syllables: "PO-di-atrist" to avoid confusion.