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shibboleth
Definition:
(nou) a favorite saying of a sect or political group (nou) a manner of speaking that is distinctive of a particular group of people
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈʃɪbəleθ
Examples:
This is something of a shibboleth, actually.
He cannot conquer the shibboleth.
Old people have shibboleth.
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Common mistakes of shibboleth pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners put stress on the second syllable, saying "shi-ˈbo-leth". The correct stress is on the first syllable: "ˈshib-ə-leth". Tip: Practice saying "SHIB-uh-leth" to emphasize the first syllable.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some may pronounce "shibboleth" with an "o" sound as in "hot", resulting in "shib-ˈbɒ-leth". In both US and UK pronunciations, the vowel is a schwa sound, "ə". Tip: Focus on the "uh" sound in the second syllable.
- Missing the "h" sound: A common mistake is to omit the "h" sound, pronouncing it as "ˈshib-o-leth". This changes the word's authenticity. Tip: Ensure you pronounce the "h" clearly at the beginning: "SHIB".
- Overemphasizing the "t": Some pronounce "shibboleth" with a strong "t" sound, saying "shibboleth" as "shibboleth". The "t" should be soft and less pronounced. Tip: Aim for a light "t" at the end, almost blending it with the preceding vowel.
- Mispronouncing the final syllable: Some might say "shibboleth" as "shibboleth", stressing the final syllable too heavily. The correct pronunciation is softer: "leth". Tip: Practice saying "SHIB-uh-leth" to maintain a balanced rhythm throughout the word.