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scimitar
Definition:
(nou) a curved oriental saber; the edge is on the convex side of the blade
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Their favored weapon is the scimitar.
Doresain's favored weapon is the scimitar.
It's an antenna shaped like a scimitar.
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Common mistakes of scimitar pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners incorrectly place stress on the second syllable, saying "scim-ˈi-tar". Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable: "ˈscim-ɪ-tɑr" (US) or "ˈsɪm-ɪ-tɑː" (UK).
- Incorrect vowel sounds: A common mistake is pronouncing "i" as in "machine" instead of "ɪ". Tip: Use the short "i" sound, as in "bit", for the first syllable: "ˈscim-ɪ-tar".
- Overemphasizing the final "tar": Some may overpronounce the "tar" ending, making it sound like "tar" in "tar pit". Tip: Keep the "tar" soft and quick, focusing on the correct vowel sound: "tɑr" (US) or "tɑː" (UK).
- Ignoring the "c" sound: Learners might pronounce "scimitar" starting with "s" instead of "sk". Tip: Make sure to pronounce the "sci" as "ski" to capture the correct sound: "ˈskɪm-ɪ-tɑr" (US) or "ˈsɪm-ɪ-tɑː" (UK).
- Confusing with similar words: Some may confuse "scimitar" with "scimitar" or "scimitar" due to similar spellings. Tip: Focus on the distinct sounds, particularly the "ski" sound at the beginning, to differentiate.