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ezra
Definition:
(nou) a Jewish priest and scribe sent by the Persian king to restore Jewish law and worship in Jerusalem (nou) an Old Testament book telling of a rabbi's efforts in the 5th century BC to reconstitute Jewish law and worship in Jerusalem after the Babylonian Captivity
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Common mistakes of ezra pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some may incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "ez-RA" instead of "EZ-ra". Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable, pronounced as ˈɛz.rə in both US and UK English.
- Vowel confusion: People often mispronounce the vowel sound, saying "ez-rah" with an "ah" sound instead of the correct "uh". Tip: Focus on the short "ə" sound in "ezra", pronounced as ˈɛz.rə.
- Adding an extra syllable: Some might pronounce "ezra" as "ez-er-a", creating an unnecessary syllable. Tip: Keep it simple with two syllables, pronounced as ˈɛz.rə, ensuring a smooth flow.
- Incorrect vowel length: A common mistake is elongating the "e" sound, saying "eez-ra". Tip: Use the short vowel sound "ɛ" as in "bed" for the first syllable, pronounced as ˈɛz.rə.
- Overemphasizing the "r": Some may overpronounce the "r" in "ezra", making it sound harsh. Tip: Keep the "r" soft and subtle; it should flow naturally in the pronunciation ˈɛz.rə.