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terpsichore
Definition:
(nou) the Muse of the dance and of choral song (nou) taking a series of rhythmical steps (and movements) in time to music
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Common mistakes of terpsichore pronunciation
- Emphasizing the wrong syllable: Many people stress the second syllable instead of the first. The correct stress is on the first syllable: /ˈtɜrpsɪˌkɔr/ (US) and /ˈtɜːpsɪkə/ (UK). Tip: Focus on saying "TERP-sichore" with a strong emphasis on "TERP."
- Mispronouncing the "ch": Some pronounce "ch" as /ʧ/ (like in "chop") instead of /k/. The correct pronunciation is /k/, as in /ˈtɜrpsɪˌkɔr/ (US) and /ˈtɜːpsɪkə/ (UK). Tip: Remember that "ch" in "terpsichore" sounds like "k."
- Dropping the final "e": A common mistake is to omit the final "e" in "terpsichore," leading to a truncated sound. The last syllable should be pronounced as /ˌkɔr/ (US) or /kə/ (UK). Tip: Always finish with a clear "chore" sound.
- Confusing vowel sounds: Some learners mix up the vowel sounds in the first syllable, pronouncing it as /tɜːr/ instead of /tɜr/. The correct pronunciation is /ˈtɜrpsɪˌkɔr/ (US) and /ˈtɜːpsɪkə/ (UK). Tip: Practice saying "TERP" with a short, crisp vowel.
- Overlooking the "s" sound: It's easy to forget the "s" sound in the middle of "terpsichore," leading to a smooth transition between syllables. The "s" should be clearly articulated. Tip: Break it down into "TERP-SI-CHORE" to emphasize the "s."