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How to pronounce:
quixotic
Phonetic Transcription:
kwɪkˈsɒtɪk
Examples:
The effort does seem quixotic.
However the effort does seem quixotic.
This page is part of his quixotic battle.
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Common mistakes of quixotic pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners stress the second syllable, saying "qui-ˈzo-tic". This is incorrect. The stress should be on the last syllable: "kwɪk-ˈsɒt-ɪk" (UK) or "kwɪk-ˈsɑː-tɪk" (US). Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the last syllable.
- Vowel confusion: Many pronounce the first syllable as "kwɪ" instead of "kwɪk". This can lead to miscommunication. The correct pronunciation is "kwɪk-ˈsɒt-ɪk" (UK) or "kwɪk-ˈsɑː-tɪk" (US). Tip: Focus on the "k" sound in the first syllable.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some learners say "quix-ˈo-tic", using an "o" sound instead of the correct "ɒ" (UK) or "ɑː" (US). This alters the meaning. The right pronunciation is "kwɪk-ˈsɒt-ɪk" (UK) or "kwɪk-ˈsɑː-tɪk" (US). Tip: Practice the "ɒ" or "ɑː" sound for clarity.
- Skipping the last syllable: A common mistake is to drop the final "tic", saying "quixot". This makes the word incomplete. The full pronunciation is "kwɪk-ˈsɒt-ɪk" (UK) or "kwɪk-ˈsɑː-tɪk" (US). Tip: Always pronounce all syllables clearly.
- Overemphasizing the "x": Some learners overly stress the "x" sound, saying "kwɪk-ˈzo-tic". This is incorrect; the "x" should be soft. The correct pronunciation is "kwɪk-ˈsɒt-ɪk" (UK) or "kwɪk-ˈsɑː-tɪk" (US). Tip: Keep the "x" subtle and focus on the "kw" sound.