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scythian
Definition:
(nou) a member of the ancient nomadic people inhabiting Scythia (nou) the Iranian language spoken by the ancient Scythians
Examples:
Germanic and scythian taken away.
The scythian language was an iranian language.
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Common mistakes of scythian pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "sith-ˈi-ən". The correct stress is on the first syllable: "ˈsɪθ.i.ən". Tip: Remember to emphasize the "sith" part.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some might pronounce "Scythian" with an "a" sound, like "sæθ-ˈi-ən". The accurate pronunciation uses a short "i" as in "sit": "ˈsɪθ.i.ən". Tip: Focus on the short "i" to avoid this mistake.
- Overemphasizing the "th": A common error is to pronounce "Scythian" with a heavy "th" sound, like "θ". The correct pronunciation has a softer "θ" sound: "ˈsɪθ.i.ən". Tip: Keep the "th" light and quick.
- Omitting the second syllable: Some may say "Sithian", dropping the "cy" sound. The full pronunciation includes three syllables: "ˈsɪθ.i.ən". Tip: Practice saying each syllable clearly to ensure you include them all.
- Confusing it with similar words: "Scythian" may be mistakenly pronounced like "scyth" or "sith". The correct form is distinct: "ˈsɪθ.i.ən". Tip: Familiarize yourself with the word in context to reinforce its unique pronunciation.