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zealot
Definition:
(nou) a member of an ancient Jewish sect in Judea in the first century who fought to the death against the Romans and who killed or persecuted Jews who collaborated with the Romans (nou) a fervent and even militant proponent of something
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈzelət
Examples:
She was the religious zealot.
This is the wimpiest zealot ever.
Everyone thinks of Iran as the home of the terrorist zealot.
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Common mistakes of zealot pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "ze-ˈlot". The correct pronunciation is "ˈzel.ət" in both US and UK English. Tip: Always emphasize the first syllable to sound natural.
- Vowel confusion: The vowel sound in the first syllable is often mispronounced. Instead of "zee", it should be "zel" as in "sell". Tip: Practice saying "zel" to distinguish it from "zee".
- Dropping the second syllable: Some speakers may shorten "zealot" to "zel", omitting the second syllable. The full pronunciation is "ˈzel.ət". Tip: Remember to clearly pronounce both syllables for clarity.
- Incorrect final consonant: A common mistake is pronouncing the last sound as "t" instead of the correct "t" sound. The IPA shows it as "ˈzel.ət". Tip: Focus on the clarity of the final syllable to avoid confusion.
- Regional variations: Some may pronounce "zealot" with a more pronounced "a" sound, leading to "zeh-lət". While this is less common, the standard is "ˈzel.ət". Tip: Stick to the standard pronunciation for broader understanding.