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apogee
Definition:
(nou) a final climactic stage (nou) apoapsis in Earth orbit; the point in its orbit where a satellite is at the greatest distance from the Earth
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈæpəʊdʒiː
Examples:
This was the apogee of the empire.
The apogee of this upsurge was in the 19C.
At the same time it marked the apogee of Robespierre's power.
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Common mistakes of apogee pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "ap-ˈo-gee." The correct stress is on the first syllable: "ˈæp.ə.dʒi" in US and "ˈæp.ə.dʒiː" in UK. Tip: Emphasize the "ap" sound.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some pronounce "apogee" with an "o" sound similar to "ocean," leading to "ˈæp.ə.ʤi." The correct pronunciation uses a schwa sound: "ˈæp.ə.dʒi." Tip: Practice the "uh" sound in the second syllable.
- Overemphasizing the "g": Learners may pronounce the "g" too strongly, resulting in "ap-o-ˈgee." The "g" should be softer, as in "ˈæp.ə.dʒi." Tip: Keep the "g" subtle, blending it with the "ee" sound.
- Omitting the final vowel: Some drop the final "e," pronouncing it as "ˈæp.ə.dʒ." However, the full pronunciation includes the "ee" sound at the end: "ˈæp.ə.dʒi." Tip: Ensure you finish with the "ee" sound to complete the word.
- Mispronouncing the initial "a": A common mistake is pronouncing the initial "a" as "ah," leading to "ˈɑ.pə.dʒi." The correct sound is "æ," as in "cat": "ˈæp.ə.dʒi." Tip: Focus on the short "a" sound to start.