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aphrodite
Definition:
(nou) goddess of love and beauty and daughter of Zeus in ancient mythology; identified with Roman Venus
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Common mistakes of aphrodite pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "aph-ro-DITE." The correct stress is on the third syllable: /ˌæf.rəˈdaɪ.ti/ (US) and /ˌæf.rəˈdaɪ.ti/ (UK). Tip: Focus on the "dite" syllable for proper emphasis.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some may pronounce the "a" in "aphrodite" as /eɪ/ instead of /æ/. This leads to mispronunciations like "ephrodite." Tip: Practice the short "a" sound to ensure clarity.
- Overemphasizing the "h": Learners might pronounce "aphrodite" with a strong "h" sound, saying "ah-fro-h-dite." The "h" is silent in "aphrodite." Tip: Remember that "aphrodite" starts with a vowel sound, so the "h" is not pronounced.
- Skipping syllables: Some may rush through the word, omitting the middle syllable and saying "af-dite." This makes the word unrecognizable. Tip: Break the word down into three distinct syllables: "aph-ro-dite."
- Confusing "t" sounds: A common mistake is pronouncing the "t" in "aphrodite" too softly, making it sound like "aphro-dai." The "t" should be clear and pronounced. Tip: Emphasize the "t" to maintain the integrity of the word.