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tyrant
Definition:
(nou) a cruel and oppressive dictator (nou) in ancient Greece, a ruler who had seized power without legal right to it (nou) any person who exercises power in a cruel way
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈtaɪərənt
Examples:
The evil tyrant caused havoc in the three worlds.
For the people of the South, he was a tyrant.
He was the son of the first tyrant.
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Common mistakes of tyrant pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "ty-RANT" instead of the correct "TY-rant" (ˈtaɪrənt). Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable for accurate pronunciation.
- Omitting the vowel sound: Some may pronounce "tyrant" without the clear vowel sound in the first syllable, resulting in "trant." This can confuse listeners. Tip: Ensure you pronounce the "ty" clearly as /taɪ/.
- Incorrect vowel sound: A common mistake is pronouncing the "y" in "tyrant" as a short "i," resulting in "tirant" (ˈtɪrənt). Tip: The "y" should sound like the long "i" in "my."
- Adding extra syllables: Some people may mistakenly say "ty-ra-nt," adding an unnecessary syllable. The correct pronunciation is two syllables: "TY-rant" (ˈtaɪrənt). Tip: Focus on blending the syllables smoothly to avoid this error.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners sometimes confuse "tyrant" with "tire" or "tiring," leading to mispronunciation. Tip: Practice saying "tyrant" clearly, emphasizing the "ty" sound to distinguish it from similar words.