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ephesus
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(nou) an ancient Greek city on the western shore of Asia Minor in what is now Turkey; site of the Temple of Artemis; was a major trading center and played an important role in early Christianity (nou) the third ecumenical council in 431 which declared Mary as mother of God and condemned Pelagius
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Common mistakes of ephesus pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, pronouncing it as "e-ˈphe-sus". The correct stress is on the first syllable: "ˈɛf-ə-səs". Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable for accurate pronunciation.
- Vowel sounds: Some people mispronounce the first vowel, saying "e" as in "see". The correct pronunciation uses a short "ɛ" sound, as in "bed": "ˈɛf-ə-səs". Tip: Practice saying "bed" to produce the right vowel sound.
- Syllable count: A common mistake is to pronounce "ephesus" with only two syllables, as "ˈɛ-fəs". The word has three syllables: "ˈɛf-ə-səs". Tip: Break the word down into three parts to help with clarity.
- Final "s" sound: Some learners may pronounce the final "s" as a "z" sound, saying "ˈɛf-ə-zus". The correct pronunciation ends with a clear "s" sound: "ˈɛf-ə-səs". Tip: Focus on the "s" sound at the end to avoid confusion.
- Linking sounds: When saying "ephesus" quickly, some might drop the schwa sound in the second syllable, resulting in "ˈɛf-səs". Maintain the schwa to keep it smooth: "ˈɛf-ə-səs". Tip: Practice saying the word slowly to ensure each syllable is pronounced.