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shrine
Definition:
(nou) a place of worship hallowed by association with some sacred thing or person
Phonetic Transcription:
ʃraɪn
Examples:
In 1009, he destroyed Christianity's holiest shrine the Holy Sepulcher.
In 1009, he destroyed Christianity's holiest shrine, the Holy Sepulcher.
It perpetuates the memory of the medieval shrine.
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Common mistakes of shrine pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners may pronounce "shrine" as /ʃɪn/ instead of /ʃraɪn/. This mistake often occurs due to confusion with similar-sounding words. Tip: Focus on the "ai" in "shrine," which sounds like "eye."
- Ignoring the initial sound: Beginners might overlook the "sh" sound, pronouncing it as /rain/. This can lead to misunderstandings. Tip: Practice the "sh" sound by saying "sh" in "shoe" before adding the rest of the word.
- Incorrect stress placement: Some may mistakenly stress the second syllable, saying /ˈʃraɪn/. However, "shrine" has only one syllable. Tip: Remember that "shrine" is a single-syllable word, so keep the stress on the "sh."
- Overemphasizing the ending: Learners sometimes add an extra vowel sound, pronouncing it as /ʃraɪnə/. This can make "shrine" sound longer than it is. Tip: Keep the ending crisp and clear, without any additional sounds.
- Mispronouncing the "r": Some might pronounce "shrine" with a more pronounced "r" sound, like /ʃraɪn/. This can sound unnatural. Tip: Keep the "r" soft and blend it smoothly into the vowel sound.