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semitic
Definition:
(nou) a major branch of the Afro-Asiatic language family
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In particular the reaction in Europe was virulent and blatantly anti semitic.
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Common mistakes of semitic pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, pronouncing it as /səˈmɪtɪk/. The correct pronunciation is /ˈsɛmɪtɪk/ in both US and UK. Tip: Focus on emphasizing the first syllable, "sem".
- Omitting the vowel sound: A common mistake is to reduce the vowel sound in the first syllable, saying "smatic". The correct pronunciation includes the vowel, as in /ˈsɛmɪtɪk/. Tip: Make sure to clearly pronounce "se" as in "set".
- Confusing with similar words: Some learners confuse "semitic" with "semantic". The two words have different meanings and pronunciations. "Semantic" is pronounced /sɪˈmæntɪk/. Tip: Pay attention to the initial sounds: "sem" vs. "sem".
- Incorrect vowel length: Some may pronounce the "e" in "semitic" too short, saying /səˈmɪtɪk/. The correct vowel sound is longer, /ˈsɛmɪtɪk/. Tip: Practice stretching the "e" sound to sound more natural.
- Mispronouncing the final "tic": Learners may say "semitic" with a hard "k" sound, like /səˈmɪtɪk/. The correct pronunciation ends with a softer "t", /ˈsɛmɪtɪk/. Tip: Focus on ending with a clear "t" sound, not a "k".