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spiritual
Definition:
(nou) a kind of religious song originated by Blacks in the southern United States
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈspɪrɪtʃʊəl
Examples:
He quenched the thirst of souls with the water of his spiritual Support.
Guide the people in this spiritual journey to lead a spiritual and chaste life.
The spiritual desideratum was not otherworldly.
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Common mistakes of spiritual pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "spi-ˈrit-ual" instead of the correct "ˈspɪr-ɪtʃ-u-əl". Tip: Focus on stressing the first syllable to sound more natural.
- Skipping syllables: A common mistake is omitting the "u" sound, pronouncing it as "ˈspɪr-ɪt-əl". This can make the word unclear. Tip: Practice saying all four syllables clearly to enhance clarity.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some may pronounce the first syllable as "spai" instead of "spi", leading to "ˈspai-rit-ual". This alters the meaning. Tip: Listen to native speakers to master the correct vowel sound.
- Overemphasizing the "t": Learners might stress the "t" too much, saying "spi-ˈrit-ual" with an exaggerated "t" sound. Tip: Keep the "t" soft and blend it smoothly into the following sounds.
- Confusing with similar words: Some confuse "spiritual" with "spiritually" or "spirit", leading to mispronunciations like "ˈspɪr-ɪtʃ-u-lē". Tip: Remember to differentiate the endings clearly to avoid confusion.