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asclepius
Definition:
(nou) son of Apollo; a hero and the Roman god of medicine and healing; his daughters were Hygeia and Panacea
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Common mistakes of asclepius pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "As-cle-PI-us". In both US and UK pronunciations, the primary stress is on the third syllable: /əˈsklɛp.i.əs/. Tip: Focus on emphasizing the "PI" part.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Many pronounce "Asclepius" with an "a" sound as in "cat". The correct pronunciation uses a schwa sound /ə/ at the beginning: /əˈsklɛp.i.əs/. Tip: Practice saying the first syllable softly.
- Overemphasizing syllables: Some speakers may overly stress the first syllable, leading to "AS-clepius". This disrupts the flow of the word. The correct stress pattern is /əˈsklɛp.i.əs/. Tip: Use a smoother, more fluid pronunciation.
- Ignoring the "s": A common mistake is to drop the "s" in "Asclepius", leading to "Aclepius". The "s" is crucial for the correct pronunciation: /əˈsklɛp.i.əs/. Tip: Make sure to pronounce the "s" clearly.
- Mispronouncing the "c": Some learners pronounce the "c" as a "k" sound, saying "As-klepius". The correct pronunciation uses an "s" sound: /əˈsklɛp.i.əs/. Tip: Remember that "c" before "l" is pronounced as "s".