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apocrypha
Definition:
(nou) 14 books of the Old Testament included in the Vulgate (except for II Esdras) but omitted in Jewish and Protestant versions of the Bible; eastern Christian churches (except the Coptic Church) accept all these books as canonical; the Russ
Phonetic Transcription:
əˈpɒkrɪfə
Examples:
For Catholics, the deuterocanonicals and apocrypha are not the same.
Also it maintains that the KJV omits the apocrypha.
In the case of the apocrypha, there are no traditionally attributed authors.
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Common mistakes of apocrypha pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "a-POC-ry-pha" /əˈpɒkrɪfə/ instead of the correct "AP-o-cry-pha" /əˈpɑːkrɪfə/. Tip: Focus on the first syllable to ensure proper emphasis.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: The "o" in "apocrypha" is often mispronounced as "oh" instead of the correct "uh" sound. This leads to "uh-POC-ry-pha" /əˈpɒkrɪfə/. Tip: Practice the "uh" sound to maintain clarity.
- Omitting syllables: Some speakers drop the last syllable, pronouncing it as "apocryph" /əˈpɑːkrɪf/. This alters the word's meaning. Tip: Always include all syllables to convey the correct term.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners may confuse "apocrypha" with "apocalypse" /əˈpɑːkəlɪps/, leading to mispronunciation. Tip: Familiarize yourself with the distinct sounds in each word to avoid mix-ups.
- Incorrect final "a" sound: The ending "a" in "apocrypha" is sometimes pronounced as "ay" instead of "uh." This results in "apocryph-ay" /əˈpɑːkrɪfeɪ/. Tip: Practice the correct "uh" sound to finish the word accurately.