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terrorist
Definition:
(nou) a radical who employs terror as a political weapon; usually organizes with other terrorists in small cells; often uses religion as a cover for terrorist activities
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The terrorist threat sounds contrived.
Is the hapless victim of a press gang a terrorist
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Common mistakes of terrorist pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "te-ˈrör-ist". The correct stress is on the first syllable: "ˈter-ə-rɪst". Tip: Practice saying "ˈter" louder to emphasize the correct stress.
- Vowel confusion: Some may pronounce the first vowel sound as "e" like in "bet" instead of "ɛ" as in "bed". The correct pronunciation is "ˈter" with a clear "ɛ" sound. Tip: Listen to native speakers to hear the difference.
- Syllable omission: It's common to drop the second syllable, saying "ˈter-ist" instead of "ˈter-ə-rɪst". This alters the word significantly. Tip: Break the word into syllables while practicing: "ˈter" + "ə" + "rɪst".
- Final "t" sound: Some learners may soften the final "t", making it sound like "terroris" instead of "terrorist". The "t" should be crisp and clear. Tip: Focus on pronouncing the "t" sharply at the end.
- Incorrect vowel in the last syllable: Some might pronounce the last syllable as "ist" with a long "i" sound, rather than "ɪst". The correct sound is a short "i". Tip: Practice by saying "rist" quickly before adding the "t".