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religious
Definition:
(nou) a member of a religious order who is bound by vows of poverty and chastity and obedience
Phonetic Transcription:
rɪˈlɪdʒəs
Examples:
The CofS is the largest religious denomination and the national church.
The diocesan priest and the religious priest are bound by the Church.
The older churches are the most attractive religious object for the tourists.
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Common mistakes of religious pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners place stress on the second syllable, saying "re-ˈli-gious". This is incorrect. The primary stress is on the third syllable: "rɪ-ˈlɪdʒ-əs". Tip: Focus on emphasizing "lɪdʒ" for clarity.
- Vowel confusion: The first syllable is often mispronounced as "ree" instead of "ri". This can lead to "ree-ˈli-gious" instead of "rɪ-ˈlɪdʒ-əs". Tip: Practice saying "rɪ" as in "rid" to get it right.
- Dropping the final syllable: Some speakers may say "religious" as "reli-gious", omitting the final "əs" sound. This can cause misunderstanding. Tip: Make sure to pronounce the "əs" clearly at the end.
- Incorrect vowel sound in the second syllable: The second syllable "lɪdʒ" is sometimes pronounced with an "ee" sound, resulting in "re-ˈlee-jus". This is incorrect. Tip: Use the short "i" as in "lid" to ensure proper pronunciation.
- Overemphasizing the "g": Some may pronounce the "g" too strongly, saying "re-ˈli-gious" instead of the softer "lɪdʒ". This alters the word's flow. Tip: Practice saying "lɪdʒ" smoothly to maintain the word's rhythm.