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thesaurus

Definition:

(nou) a book containing a classified list of synonyms

Examples:

I'm a librarian, taxonomist, and thesaurus manager.

Thesaurus A thesaurus contains an entry for each object.

All future mentions of thesaurus will refer to a published thesaurus.

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Common mistakes of thesaurus pronunciation

Misplacing the stress: Many people incorrectly stress the first syllable, saying "THESaurus" instead of "thesaurus" (US: /θəˈsɔrəs/, UK: /θɪˈsɔːrəs/). Tip: Remember to stress the second syllable for correct pronunciation.
Ignoring the "th" sound: Some pronounce "thesaurus" with a hard "t" sound, saying "tesaurus" instead of "thesaurus". Tip: Practice the "th" as in "think" to ensure clarity in your pronunciation.
Shortening the vowels: A common mistake is to shorten the vowels, leading to "thesars" instead of "thesaurus". Tip: Pay attention to the vowel sounds; they should be pronounced clearly as /ə/ and /ɔ/.
Overemphasizing the "s": People often pronounce "thesaurus" with an exaggerated "s" sound, saying "thesassaurus". Tip: Keep the "s" sounds soft and blend them smoothly into the syllables.
Confusing the ending: Some learners mistakenly pronounce "thesaurus" with a hard "s" at the end, saying "thesauris". Tip: The correct ending is a soft "s" sound, as in "thesaurus" (US: /θəˈsɔrəs/, UK: /θɪˈsɔːrəs/).

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "thesaurus" in American English?

In American English, "thesaurus" is pronounced as /θɪˈsɔrəs/. The primary stress is on the second syllable, "saur," which sounds like "sore."

What is the British pronunciation of "thesaurus"?

In British English, "thesaurus" is pronounced as /θɪˈsɔːrəs/. The main difference is the longer vowel sound in the second syllable, "saur," which is pronounced like "saw."

How many syllables are in the word "thesaurus"?

The word "thesaurus" has three syllables: "the-saur-us." The stress is on the second syllable, making it easier to identify the pronunciation flow.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "thesaurus"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress, often saying "the-SAUR-us" instead of "the-SAU-rus." Remember to emphasize the second syllable for correct pronunciation.