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shaman
Definition:
(nou) in societies practicing shamanism: one acting as a medium between the visible and spirit worlds; practices sorcery for healing or divination
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈʃeɪmən
Examples:
The ritual marked the initiation of a new shaman for the village.
He or she accompanies the rituals and interprets the behavior of the shaman.
The ritual serves to cure the shinbyeong and also to induct the new shaman.
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Common mistakes of shaman pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "sha-MAN". The correct stress is on the first syllable: /ˈʃæm.ən/ (US) or /ˈʃɑː.mən/ (UK). Tip: Always emphasize the first syllable.
- Vowel confusion: A common mistake is pronouncing the "a" in "shaman" as a long vowel, resulting in "shay-man". The correct vowel sound is short: /æ/ (US) or /ɑː/ (UK). Tip: Focus on producing a short "a" sound.
- Omitting the final "n": Some speakers may drop the final "n", pronouncing it as "shama". This alters the word's meaning and pronunciation. The final "n" is essential: /ən/. Tip: Always pronounce the ending clearly.
- Incorrect vowel sound in the second syllable: Some may pronounce the second syllable as "man" with a clear "a" sound, leading to "sha-man". The correct second syllable is a schwa sound: /ə/. Tip: Use a neutral vowel sound for the second syllable.
- Overemphasizing the "sh" sound: Some learners may exaggerate the "sh" sound, saying "shhhhaman". The "sh" should be smooth and not prolonged: /ʃ/. Tip: Keep the "sh" sound crisp and concise.