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psychic
Definition:
(nou) a person apparently sensitive to things beyond the natural range of perception
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈsaɪkɪk
Examples:
He is one of the psychic hunters.
A young lady with the psychic ability of clairvoyance.
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Common mistakes of psychic pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners place stress on the second syllable, saying "psy-ˈchic". This is incorrect. The correct stress is on the first syllable: "ˈsaɪ.kɪk". Tip: Always emphasize the "psy" when pronouncing "psychic".
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Many pronounce the first syllable as "puh" instead of "sigh". This leads to "puh-ˈchic", which is incorrect. The correct pronunciation is "ˈsaɪ.kɪk". Tip: Focus on the "aɪ" sound in "psychic".
- Overemphasizing "ch": Some speakers pronounce "ch" too strongly, making it sound like "tch". The correct sound is softer: "ˈsaɪ.kɪk". Tip: Keep the "ch" sound light and crisp, avoiding extra emphasis.
- Omitting the final sound: A common mistake is dropping the final "k" sound, resulting in "ˈsaɪ.chi". This is incorrect. The complete pronunciation is "ˈsaɪ.kɪk". Tip: Make sure to articulate the "k" clearly at the end of "psychic".
- Confusing with similar words: Learners may confuse "psychic" with "psychotic", leading to mispronunciation. "Psychotic" has a different stress pattern: "saɪˈkɒt.ɪk". Tip: Remember the distinct stress placement to avoid confusion between these terms.