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elijah
Definition:
(nou) a Hebrew prophet in the Old Testament who opposed the worship of idols; he was persecuted for rebuking Ahab and Jezebel (king and queen of Israel); he was taken up to heaven in a chariot of fire (circa 9th century BC)
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Common mistakes of elijah pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "e-LI-jah" instead of the correct "E-li-jah" (/ɪˈlaɪ.dʒə/). Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: The first vowel may be pronounced as "e" instead of "i", leading to "e-lijah". This mispronunciation can confuse listeners. Tip: Focus on the "i" sound, like in "lie".
- Overemphasizing the "j": Some might say "el-i-JAH" with a strong "j" sound. The correct pronunciation is softer, as in "E-li-jah" (/ɪˈlaɪ.dʒə/). Tip: Keep the "j" subtle and smooth.
- Skipping the final "ah": Some speakers may drop the final syllable, saying "elijah" as "e-li" or "elij". This leaves out important sound. Tip: Always pronounce the final "ah" to complete the name.
- Confusing with similar names: "Elijah" may be confused with "Elisha", leading to mispronunciation. "Elisha" is pronounced "e-LIE-sha" (/ɪˈlaɪ.ʃə/). Tip: Be aware of the differences in both names to avoid mix-ups.