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How to pronounce:
scion
Definition:
(nou) a descendent or heir
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈsaɪən
Examples:
He was a scion of the Earls of Erne.
He is a scion of the dynasty of Lee family.
Thirrin is the scion of the ruling house of Lindenshield.
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Common mistakes of scion pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many learners place the stress incorrectly on the second syllable, pronouncing it as "ˈsaɪən" instead of "ˈsaɪ.ən". Tip: Remember to stress the first syllable for clarity.
- Incorrect vowel sound: Some pronounce "scion" with an "ah" sound, saying "ˈsah.ən". This is inaccurate. Tip: Use the long "i" sound, as in "sigh", to achieve the correct pronunciation "ˈsaɪ.ən".
- Overemphasizing the second syllable: A common mistake is to overly stress the second syllable, resulting in "sci-ˈon". This alters the word's rhythm. Tip: Keep the second syllable light and quick to maintain the proper flow: "ˈsaɪ.ən".
- Omitting the "h" sound: Some speakers drop the "h" sound altogether, saying "sci-on" instead of "scion". Tip: Ensure to pronounce the "s" and "c" together clearly, as in "sci", to preserve the word's integrity.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners sometimes confuse "scion" with "sion", pronouncing it as "ˈsi.ən". This is incorrect. Tip: Focus on the "sci" sound to differentiate it from similar words.