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eden
Definition:
(nou) any place of complete bliss and delight and peace (nou) a beautiful garden where Adam and Eve were placed at the Creation; when they disobeyed and ate the forbidden fruit from the tree of knowledge of good and evil they were driven from their paradise (the fall of man)
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Common mistakes of eden pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "e-DEN" instead of "ED-en" (/ˈiː.dən/ in US and /ˈiː.dən/ in UK). Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable.
- Vowel confusion: People might pronounce "eden" with a short vowel sound, saying "ed-en" (/ˈɛd.ən/). This alters the word's meaning. Tip: Focus on the long "e" sound as in "see."
- Incorrect vowel length: Some may shorten the vowel, pronouncing it as "id-en." This mispronunciation can confuse listeners. Tip: Practice elongating the "e" sound to match the correct pronunciation.
- Adding extra sounds: Learners sometimes insert an extra "h" sound, producing "h-eden." This is not how the word is pronounced. Tip: Keep it simple; just say "eden" without any additional sounds.
- Overemphasizing the "d": Some might say "eh-den," overemphasizing the "d" sound. This can lead to misunderstanding. Tip: Keep the "d" soft and blend it smoothly with the vowel sounds.