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racist

Definition:

(nou) a person with a prejudiced belief that one race is superior to others

Phonetic Transcription:

ˈreɪsɪst

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That is as racist as the Nazi perpetrators of the Holocaust.

The vandalism was overtly racist in nature.

The words themselves are bigoted and racist.

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Common mistakes of racist pronunciation

  1. Stress on the wrong syllable: Some learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, pronouncing it as "ra-CIST" instead of "RA-cist" (ˈreɪ.sɪst). Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable.
  2. Mispronouncing the vowel sound: A common mistake is mispronouncing the "a" in "racist." Instead of "reɪ," some say "ræ" (like in "cat"). Tip: Practice saying "ray" to get the correct vowel sound.
  3. Overemphasizing the "t": Some may pronounce the "t" too harshly, making it sound like "racist" with a strong "t" sound. Tip: Keep the "t" soft, blending it smoothly with the preceding vowel.
  4. Ignoring the final "t": Occasionally, speakers may drop the "t" sound, saying "racis" instead of "racist" (ˈreɪ.sɪst). Tip: Ensure you pronounce the final "t" clearly to maintain the word's integrity.
  5. Confusing with similar words: Learners sometimes confuse "racist" with "racism," leading to incorrect pronunciation. Tip: Focus on the distinct sounds in "racist" to avoid blending it with other related terms.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "racist"?

In American English, "racist" is pronounced as /ˈreɪ.sɪst/. The first syllable "race" has the primary stress, and it sounds like "ray," while the second syllable "ist" is pronounced like "ist."

What is the difference between the US and UK pronunciation of "racist"?

The pronunciation of "racist" is the same in both American and British English, which is /ˈreɪ.sɪst/. There are no significant differences in how the word is pronounced in these two dialects.

How many syllables are in the word "racist"?

The word "racist" has two syllables: "ra" and "cist." The division is made between the "race" and the "ist" sounds.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "racist"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress, such as saying /rəˈsɪst/ instead of /ˈreɪ.sɪst/. Remember to emphasize the first syllable to pronounce "racist" correctly.
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