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eclipse
Definition:
(nou) one celestial body obscures another
Phonetic Transcription:
ɪˈklɪps
Examples:
A Lunar eclipse is when the moon is occluded by the Earth's shadow.
A simulated view of the earth from the center of the moon at maximal eclipse.
Once Rahu approached with his mouth agape to eclipse the Sun.
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Common mistakes of eclipse pronunciation
- Stress placement: Some learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "e-ˈclipse" instead of the correct "ˈeclipse". Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable.
- Vowel confusion: The first vowel sound can be mispronounced as "i" instead of the correct "ɪ". This leads to saying "ɪ-ˈclipse" rather than "ˈeclipse". Tip: Focus on the short "e" sound as in "bed".
- Final consonant sound: Some pronounce the final "s" as a "z" sound, saying "eclipse" as "e-ˈklɪpz". The correct pronunciation is with an unvoiced "s": "e-ˈklɪps". Tip: Practice saying "s" in words like "cats" to reinforce the sound.
- Syllable count: Learners may mistakenly add an extra syllable, saying "e-ˈcli-pse" instead of "ˈeclipse". Tip: Remember that "eclipse" has only two syllables, not three.
- Linking sounds: Some speakers may omit the linking sound between "e" and "clipse", making it sound choppy. The correct pronunciation is smooth: "e-ˈclipse". Tip: Practice saying it in one fluid motion to enhance clarity.