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witchcraft
Definition:
(nou) the art of sorcery
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈwɪtʃkrɑːft
Examples:
It is the product of magic and witchcraft.
The downside of the story is the use of witchcraft and magic.
Agatha became the magical tutor for the Scarlet Witch in the use of witchcraft.
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Common mistakes of witchcraft pronunciation
- Dropping the "w": Some learners pronounce "witchcraft" as "itchcraft," omitting the initial "w" sound. Tip: Remember to articulate the "w" sound /w/ clearly at the beginning, as in /ˈwɪtʃ.kræft/ (US) or /ˈwɪtʃ.krɑːft/ (UK).
- Misplacing the stress: A common mistake is placing stress on the second syllable, saying "witchCRAFT" instead of "WITCHcraft." Tip: Focus on stressing the first syllable /ˈwɪtʃ/ to maintain correct pronunciation.
- Confusing the vowel sounds: Some may pronounce the "i" in "witch" as /ɪ/ instead of /ɪ/, leading to a sound like "weech." Tip: Practice the short "i" sound /ɪ/ as in "bit" to improve clarity.
- Overemphasizing the "ch": Learners sometimes pronounce "witch" with an exaggerated "ch" sound, making it sound like "witch-ch." Tip: Keep the "ch" sound /tʃ/ smooth and natural, without adding extra syllables.
- Ignoring the "t" sound: Some might pronounce "witchcraft" as "witchcraff," neglecting the final "t." Tip: Ensure to pronounce the "t" sound /t/ clearly at the end to complete the word accurately.