If a root words ends in c or cs, then the shun sound is made up of the letters -cian. So, music becomes musician and politics becomes politician.
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musician |
The musician had to audition to join the band.
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optician |
Get an optician to test your eyes.
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politician |
A politician will speak at the meeting.
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beautician |
The beautician did a beautiful job painting my nails.
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mathematician |
The mathematician solved his calculation.
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electrician |
The electrician fixed my lighting problem.
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dietician |
The dietician can give you good advice about which foods will make you strong.
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clinician |
The clinician tried to diagnose the patient.
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magician |
Tha magician lost his wand and the children at the party all laughed.
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