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apocalypse
Definition:
(nou) a cosmic cataclysm in which God destroys the ruling powers of evil (nou) the last book of the New Testament; contains visionary descriptions of heaven and of conflicts between good and evil and of the end of the world; attributed to Saint John the Apostle
Phonetic Transcription:
əˈpɒkəlɪps
Examples:
She is the herald of the apocalypse, the harbinger of death.
Everyone in the class becomes devastated believing it is the apocalypse.
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Common mistakes of apocalypse pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "a-ˈpocalypse." The correct stress is on the last syllable: "a-ˌpoc-a-lipse" (US: əˈkɑː.lɪps; UK: əˈpɒk.ə.lɪps). Tip: Remember to emphasize the final syllable.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some may pronounce the "o" in "apocalypse" as "oʊ" instead of the correct "ɒ" (UK) or "ɑ" (US). This leads to a mispronunciation of the word. Tip: Practice the vowel sounds separately to improve accuracy.
- Omitting syllables: Learners sometimes skip the "a" in "apocalypse," pronouncing it as "pocalypse." This incorrect form loses clarity. Tip: Break the word into syllables: "a-poc-a-lipse" to ensure you pronounce each part.
- Confusing the "c" sound: The "c" in "apocalypse" can be mispronounced as a hard "k" sound instead of the soft "s" sound. This alters the word's meaning. Tip: Focus on the "s" sound, especially in the context of the full word.
- Mispronouncing the final syllable: Some may say "apocalypse" with a short "i" sound in the last syllable, resulting in "apocalips." The correct pronunciation includes a clear "lips" sound. Tip: Listen to native speakers to grasp the final syllable's pronunciation.