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How to pronounce:
aries
Definition:
(nou) a person who is born while the sun is in Aries (nou) a small zodiacal constellation in the northern hemisphere; between Pisces and Taurus (nou) the first sign of the zodiac which the sun enters at the vernal equinox; the sun is in this sign from about March 21 to April 19
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈeəriːz
Examples:
The ram became the constellation aries.
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Common mistakes of aries pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "Aries" as /ˈɛəriˌiz/. The correct stress is on the first syllable: /ˈɛəriˌiz/ in US and /ˈeəriˌiːz/ in UK. Tip: Focus on the "Ar" for proper emphasis.
- Vowel confusion: Some learners pronounce "Aries" with a short "a" sound, saying /ˈæəriˌiz/. This is incorrect; the "A" should sound like /ɛə/. Tip: Practice saying "air" to get the right vowel sound.
- Ignoring the second syllable: A common mistake is to drop the second syllable, pronouncing it as "Aries" /ˈɛriz/. The full pronunciation requires both syllables: /ˈɛəriˌiz/. Tip: Break it down into "Ar" and "ies" to ensure clarity.
- Mispronouncing the ending: Some people say "Aries" with a hard "s" sound, like /ˈɛəriˌs/. The correct pronunciation has a softer ending: /ˈɛəriˌiz/. Tip: Think of "ease" when saying the last part to soften the sound.
- Overemphasizing the vowels: Learners sometimes overemphasize the vowels, leading to a drawn-out pronunciation like /ˈɛəːriːˌiz/. The vowels should be clear but not exaggerated. Tip: Keep the vowels short and crisp for a natural flow.