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adrian
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(nou) Roman Emperor who was the adoptive son of Trajan; travelled throughout his empire to strengthen its frontiers and encourage learning and architecture; on a visit to Britain in 122 he ordered the construction of Hadrian's Wall (76-138) (nou) English physiologist who conducted research into the function of neurons; 1st baron of Cambridge (1889-1997)
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Common mistakes of adrian pronunciation
- Incorrect vowel sound: Some may pronounce "adrian" with an "a" as in "cat" instead of "eɪ" as in "day". This makes it sound like "ˈædriən". Tip: Focus on the "eɪ" sound to get it right.
- Misplaced stress: A common mistake is placing stress on the second syllable, saying "a-ˈdrian" instead of the correct "ˈeɪdriən". Tip: Remember to stress the first syllable for accurate pronunciation.
- Omitting the final syllable: Some people may drop the last syllable, saying "ˈeɪdri" instead of "ˈeɪdriən". This can lead to confusion. Tip: Always pronounce the full "ən" sound at the end for clarity.
- Confusing with similar names: "Adrian" may be mispronounced as "Aidan" or "Adrianne". This can alter the name's identity. Tip: Pay attention to the "dr" sound in "adrian" to distinguish it from similar names.
- Incorrect vowel length: Some might say "adrian" with a short "i", making it sound like "ˈeɪdriən" instead of the correct "ˈeɪdriən". Tip: Ensure that the "i" is pronounced as a long vowel to maintain the proper sound.