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seppuku
Definition:
(nou) ritual suicide by self-disembowelment on a sword; practiced by samurai in the traditional Japanese society
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And thank god seppuku is outlawed...
Japanese seppuku falls into this category.
Yoshinobu committed suicide by seppuku.
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Common mistakes of seppuku pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners incorrectly place stress on the second syllable, saying "seppuku" as /sɛˈpuːku/. The correct pronunciation is /ˈsɛpʊku/. Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable.
- Overemphasizing vowels: Some may pronounce "seppuku" with overly elongated vowels, making it sound unnatural. The correct vowels are short: /ˈsɛpʊku/. Tip: Keep the vowel sounds brief and crisp.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Learners often mispronounce the "e" in "seppuku" as /i/, saying it like "sipuku" /sɪˈpuːku/. The accurate sound is /ɛ/. Tip: Focus on producing the "e" as in "bed."
- Ignoring syllable separation: Some may blend the syllables together, leading to a slurred pronunciation like /sɛpuːku/. The proper separation is /ˈsɛ.pʊ.ku/. Tip: Clearly articulate each syllable for clarity.
- Confusing "u" sounds: There's a tendency to pronounce the final "u" as /uː/, resulting in "seppuku" sounding like /ˈsɛpʊːku/. The correct sound is more like /ʊ/. Tip: Make the final "u" short and relaxed.