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suicide
Definition:
(nou) the act of killing yourself (nou) a person who kills himself intentionally
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈsjuːɪsaɪd
Examples:
His attempts fail and cause the exterminator to commit suicide.
The criminal committed a suicide.
Altruistic suicide is suicide committed for the benefit of others.
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Common mistakes of suicide pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "sui-ˈcide" instead of the correct "ˈsuicide". Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable, "sui".
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some pronounce "suicide" with an "ih" sound in the first syllable, saying "sih-uh-cide". The correct pronunciation is "ˈsuːɪ" in both US and UK English. Tip: Focus on the "oo" sound in "sui".
- Overemphasizing the "cide": A common mistake is to overly stress the "cide" part, making it sound heavy, like "sui-cide". The correct pronunciation is "ˈsuicide" with balanced syllables. Tip: Keep the rhythm even between both syllables.
- Dropping the final "d": Some speakers omit the final "d," pronouncing it as "sui-sigh". This is incorrect; "suicide" must end with a clear "d" sound. Tip: Practice saying the full word, ensuring you articulate the "d" at the end.
- Confusing similar words: People sometimes confuse "suicide" with "homicide" or "pesticide", leading to mispronunciation. "Suicide" is pronounced "ˈsuicide", while "homicide" has a different stress pattern. Tip: Familiarize yourself with the distinct stress patterns of these words to avoid confusion.