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(nou) in Judeo-Christian mythology; the first man and the husband of Eve and the progenitor of the human race (nou) Scottish architect who designed many public buildings in England and Scotland (1728-1792) (nou) street names for methylenedioxymethamphetamine
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Common mistakes of adam pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners place the stress on the second syllable, saying "a-DAM". The correct pronunciation is with the stress on the first syllable: /ˈæd.əm/ (US) and /ˈæd.əm/ (UK). Tip: Always emphasize the first syllable when saying "adam".
- Overemphasizing the "a": Many pronounce "adam" with an exaggerated "a" sound, like "ah-dam". The correct sound is a short "a" as in /ˈæd.əm/. Tip: Keep the "a" sound short and crisp.
- Incorrect vowel sound: Some might use a long "a" sound, saying "ay-dam". The proper pronunciation uses a short "a" as in /ˈæd.əm/. Tip: Practice saying "cat" to help produce the correct vowel sound in "adam".
- Adding unnecessary syllables: Learners sometimes add an extra syllable, pronouncing it as "a-da-m". The correct pronunciation is two syllables: /ˈæd.əm/. Tip: Focus on blending the sounds smoothly to avoid extra syllables.
- Confusing with similar names: Some confuse "adam" with "Aidan" or "Addam". The correct pronunciation is distinct: /ˈæd.əm/. Tip: Listen to native speakers pronounce "adam" to distinguish it from similar names.