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achilles
Definition:
(nou) a mythical Greek hero of the Iliad; a foremost Greek warrior at the siege of Troy; when he was a baby his mother tried to make him immortal by bathing him in a magical river but the heel by which she held him remained vulnerable--his `A
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Common mistakes of achilles pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "a-CHIL-les" instead of the correct "A-chil-les" (ˈəˌkɪl.iz). Tip: Emphasize the first syllable to pronounce it correctly.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some pronounce "achilles" with a short "a" as in "cat" instead of the correct schwa sound "ə" in the first syllable. Tip: Use a softer, more neutral "a" sound like in "sofa."
- Overemphasizing the final "s": A common mistake is to pronounce the last syllable as "les" with a strong "s" sound, making it sound like "les" instead of the correct "liz" (ˈəˌkɪl.iz). Tip: Keep the final "s" soft and subtle.
- Omitting the middle "ch": Some speakers may drop the "ch" sound altogether, pronouncing it as "a-kil-les." This can lead to confusion. Tip: Ensure you articulate the "ch" clearly, as it is essential for proper pronunciation.
- Confusing with "achilles"": People often mix up "achilles" with the possessive form "Achilles"," pronouncing it differently. The correct form remains "A-chil-les" (ˈəˌkɪl.iz). Tip: Remember that the base word "achilles" does not change in pronunciation when adding possessive forms.