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savant
Definition:
(nou) someone who has been admitted to membership in a scholarly field
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈsævənt
Examples:
He was a true savant of the nation.
Puranikji was a true savant of the nation.
Firstly, you overstate the ability of the savant.
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Common mistakes of savant pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "sa-'vant" instead of the correct ""savant" (ˈsæv.ɒnt in UK, ˈsæv.ɑnt in US). Tip: Focus on placing the primary stress on the first syllable.
- Overemphasizing the "a": Some pronounce "savant" with a long "a" sound, saying "sah-vant." The correct pronunciation has a short "a" as in "cat" (ˈsæv). Tip: Practice the short "a" sound to ensure clarity.
- Ignoring the final "t": A common mistake is to drop the final "t," resulting in "savan." This alters the word's meaning and pronunciation (ˈsæv.ɒn). Tip: Always articulate the final "t" clearly to maintain the word's integrity.
- Confusing vowel sounds: Some learners mix up the vowel sounds, saying "savant" with an "o" sound, like "sovant." The correct vowel sound is "a" as in "bat" (ˈsæv). Tip: Listen to native speakers to differentiate between the vowel sounds.
- Incorrect syllable division: Many split the word into three syllables, pronouncing it as "sa-vant." The correct division is into two syllables (ˈsæv.ɒnt). Tip: Practice saying the word smoothly to reinforce the two-syllable structure.