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armageddon
Definition:
(nou) the scene of the final battle between the kings of the Earth at the end of the world (nou) any catastrophically destructive battle
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And for this the world was plunged into armageddon.
This armageddon destroyed the entire system.
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Common mistakes of armageddon pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "Armageddon" as /ˌɑːr.məˈɡɛd.ən/ (UK). The primary stress is on the fourth syllable. Tip: Focus on stressing the "ged" in "Armageddon" to sound more natural.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Many pronounce "Armageddon" with an "a" sound as in "cat." The correct pronunciation is /ˌɑːr.məˈɡɛd.ən/ (US) or /ˌɑː.məˈɡɛd.ən/ (UK). Tip: Use the "ah" sound for the first syllable to avoid confusion.
- Dropping syllables: Some speakers may shorten "Armageddon" to three syllables, saying /ˌɑːr.məˈɡɛd/ instead of four. This can lead to misunderstandings. Tip: Practice saying all four syllables clearly: "Ar-ma-ged-don."
- Mispronouncing "don": It's common to pronounce the last syllable as "dawn." The correct pronunciation is /dən/ (US) or /dən/ (UK). Tip: Remember that "don" in "Armageddon" is pronounced with a schwa sound, like "duhn."
- Overemphasizing "ma": Some learners emphasize "ma" too much, creating an awkward rhythm. The correct pronunciation is more balanced: /ˌɑːr.məˈɡɛd.ən/. Tip: Keep all syllables even and smooth, ensuring "ma" flows naturally into "ged."