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socrates
Definition:
(nou) ancient Athenian philosopher; teacher of Plato and Xenophon (470-399 BC)
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Common mistakes of socrates pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "so-CRAt-es" /səˈkræt̬iz/ (US) or /ˈsɒkrətiːz/ (UK). Tip: Remember to stress the first syllable: "SO-crates".
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some learners pronounce the first syllable as "so" /soʊ/ instead of the correct "so" /sə/. Tip: Use a schwa sound for the first syllable: "SO-crates".
- Omitting the final "s": A common mistake is to drop the final "s," saying "socrate" instead of "socrates." Tip: Always pronounce the final "s" to maintain the integrity of the word: "SO-crates".
- Mispronouncing the "c": Some may pronounce the "c" as a hard "k" sound, saying "sokrates." Tip: Use a soft "c" sound, like "s" in "see": "SO-crates".
- Confusing with other names: People sometimes confuse "socrates" with similar-sounding names like "socrates" or "socrate." Tip: Focus on the distinct syllables and stress pattern to differentiate: "SO-crates".