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athenaeum
Definition:
(nou) a literary or scientific association for the promotion of learning (nou) a place where reading materials are available
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Common mistakes of athenaeum pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "athenaeum" as /ˌæθəˈneɪəm/. Tip: Remember to stress the third syllable, /ˈeɪ/, to pronounce it correctly as /ˌæθəˈneɪ.əm/.
- Ignoring vowel sounds: Many people overlook the vowel sounds in "athenaeum", leading to unclear pronunciation. Tip: Pay attention to the schwa sound /ə/ in the first and second syllables, ensuring clarity in each part.
- Overemphasizing consonants: Some may overemphasize the "t" sound, pronouncing it too harshly as "athenaeum". Tip: Keep the "t" soft and fluid, blending it smoothly with the surrounding vowels.
- Incorrect syllable count: Learners might mistakenly pronounce "athenaeum" as having four syllables instead of three. Tip: Break it down into three clear syllables: /ˌæθəˈneɪ.əm/, ensuring you do not add extra syllables.
- Mispronouncing "ae": Some might pronounce the "ae" in "athenaeum" as a single vowel sound, like /eɪ/. Tip: Remember that "ae" is pronounced as /eɪ/ in this word, but it should not be confused with other combinations.