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aeon
Definition:
(nou) a divine power or nature emanating from the Supreme Being and playing various roles in the operation of the universe (nou) the longest division of geological time (nou) an immeasurably long period of time
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈiːən
Examples:
The temple in Besaid was home to the fayth for the aeon Valefor.
They then proceed to the Bevelle temple, in search of the another aeon.
The temple in the forests of Kilika was home to the fayth for the aeon Ifrit.
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Common mistakes of aeon pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners stress the second syllable, pronouncing "aeon" as /ˈeɪ.ən/. Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable, /ˈiː.ən/ in UK and /ˈiː.ɑn/ in US.
- Incorrect vowel sound: A common mistake is pronouncing the "ae" as a short vowel, saying "aeon" like /ˈæ.ən/. Tip: The "ae" in "aeon" should have a long vowel sound, like /iː/ in UK and /iː/ in US.
- Omitting syllables: Some may reduce "aeon" to one syllable, saying "aeon" as /eɪn/. Tip: Ensure you pronounce both syllables clearly: /ˈiː.ən/ in UK and /ˈiː.ɑn/ in US.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners might confuse "aeon" with "eon," pronouncing both the same way. Tip: "Aeon" has a distinct pronunciation /ˈiː.ən/ (UK) and /ˈiː.ɑn/ (US), while "eon" is often pronounced with a short "e" sound.
- Mispronouncing the ending: Some may pronounce the ending of "aeon" too harshly, saying it like /ˈiː.ən/. Tip: Focus on softening the ending, aiming for the smoother /ən/ in UK and /ɑn/ in US.