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How to pronounce “kryptonite”

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Pronunciation guide for kryptonite

Learning goal: Practice the English pronunciation of kryptonite with real speech in context.
Available examples: 8 YouTube examples
Real speech example: How Poetry Unlocked My SuperpowersEnglish and writing was always my kryptonite.
Definition summary: (figuratively) The one weakness of something or someone that is otherwise invulnerable.

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How Poetry Unlocked My Superpowers

English and writing was always my kryptonite.

[Noun]
(figuratively) The one weakness of something or someone that is otherwise invulnerable.
(slang) Crack cocaine.
[Verb]
To expose to, or attack with, kryptonite.
(figuratively) To destroy, wreck, or ruin; to affect adversely, as Superman is affected by kryptonite.

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