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gaius
Definition:
(nou) Roman Emperor who succeeded Tiberius and whose uncontrolled passions resulted in manifest insanity; noted for his cruelty and tyranny; was assassinated (12-41)
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Common mistakes of gaius pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some may incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "Gai-us" as /ˈɡaɪ.əs/. Tip: Remember to stress the first syllable, pronouncing it as /ˈɡaɪ.əs/ in both US and UK English.
- Shortening the vowel sound: A common mistake is pronouncing "Gaius" with a short "a" sound, like "gais". This leads to /ˈɡeɪ.əs/. Tip: Use the long "ai" sound as in "high" to maintain the correct pronunciation.
- Ignoring the "u" sound: Some may skip the "u" in "Gaius", resulting in "Gais". This can be pronounced as /ˈɡaɪs/. Tip: Make sure to clearly pronounce the "u" to achieve /ˈɡaɪ.əs/.
- Confusing with similar names: It's easy to confuse "Gaius" with names like "Gai" or "Gaiya". This can lead to mispronunciations. Tip: Focus on the full name "Gaius" to ensure correct pronunciation as /ˈɡaɪ.əs/.
- Overemphasizing the 's': Some may pronounce the final "s" too strongly, sounding like "Gaiusss". This can alter the intended pronunciation to /ˈɡaɪ.əs/. Tip: Keep the final "s" soft and subtle for clarity.