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ego
Definition:
(nou) an inflated feeling of pride in your superiority to others (nou) your consciousness of your own identity (nou) the conscious mind
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈeɡəʊ
Examples:
The ego was lost in the flood of Self awareness.
Through selfless action we can eradicate the ego that conceals the Self.
It's the creation of a fevered ego.
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Common mistakes of ego pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners stress the second syllable, saying "e-GO". The correct pronunciation is "ˈiːɡoʊ" in US English and "ˈiːɡəʊ" in UK English. Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable.
- Overemphasizing the vowel: People often pronounce "ego" with an exaggerated "e" sound, leading to "e-go". The correct pronunciation is "ˈiːɡoʊ" (US) and "ˈiːɡəʊ" (UK), with a shorter vowel sound. Tip: Focus on a smooth, quick vowel sound.
- Incorrect vowel sound: Some may say "eggo" instead of "ego". The correct vowel sound is the long "ee" as in "see". In IPA, it's "ˈiː" not "ɛ". Tip: Practice saying "see" to get the correct sound.
- Ignoring the "g" sound: A common mistake is to soften the "g", resulting in "e-o". The "g" should be pronounced clearly as in "go". In IPA, it's "ɡ". Tip: Make sure to articulate the "g" distinctly.
- Mixing up with similar words: Learners might confuse "ego" with "eggo", leading to mispronunciation. "Ego" is pronounced "ˈiːɡoʊ" (US) and "ˈiːɡəʊ" (UK), while "eggo" is different. Tip: Pay attention to context to differentiate between the words.