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proselyte

Definition:

(nou) a new convert; especially a gentile converted to Judaism

Phonetic Transcription:

ˈprɒsəlaɪt

Examples:

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Common mistakes of proselyte pronunciation

Misplacing stress: Many people stress the second syllable, pronouncing it as "proselyte" /ˈprɒs.ə.laɪt/. The correct stress is on the first syllable: /ˈprɒs.ə.laɪt/ in UK and /ˈprɑː.sə.laɪt/ in US. Tip: Focus on saying "PROS" louder than the other syllables.
Incorrect vowel sounds: Some might pronounce "proselyte" with a short "o" sound, saying /ˈprɒs.ə.laɪt/. The correct pronunciation has a longer "o" as in "pro": /ˈprɑː.sə.laɪt/ (US). Tip: Practice saying "pro" clearly to emphasize the correct vowel sound.
Ignoring the "y" sound: A common mistake is to skip the "y" sound, pronouncing it as "proslet" /ˈprɒs.lɛt/. The correct pronunciation includes the "y": /ˈprɒs.ə.laɪt/. Tip: Break it down into syllables to remember the "y" sound.
Overemphasizing the last syllable: Some may put too much emphasis on the last syllable, pronouncing it as "proselyte" /ˈprɒs.əˌlaɪt/. The stress should remain on the first syllable. Tip: Keep the last syllable softer to maintain the correct rhythm.
Mispronouncing the "s" sound: Some pronounce "proselyte" with a "z" sound, saying /ˈprɒz.ə.laɪt/. The correct pronunciation uses an "s" sound: /ˈprɒs.ə.laɪt/ (UK) and /ˈprɑː.sə.laɪt/ (US). Tip: Focus on the "s" as in "snake" to avoid the "z" sound.

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How do you pronounce "proselyte" in American English?

In American English, "proselyte" is pronounced as /ˈprɑːsəˌlaɪt/. The primary stress is on the first syllable, "pros," and the second syllable has a schwa sound, pronounced like "suh."

What is the British pronunciation of "proselyte"?

In British English, "proselyte" is pronounced as /ˈprɒs.ə.laɪt/. Similar to the American version, the stress is on the first syllable, but the vowel sound in the first syllable is more open.

How many syllables are in the word "proselyte"?

The word "proselyte" has three syllables: "pros," "e," and "lyte." Each syllable is clearly pronounced, making it easy to break down when learning.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "proselyte"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress, often placing it on the second syllable instead of the first. Remember to emphasize "pros" to pronounce "proselyte" correctly.