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gemini
Definition:
(nou) a person who is born while the sun is in Gemini (nou) a zodiacal constellation in the northern hemisphere between Taurus and Cancer on the ecliptic (nou) the third sign of the zodiac; the sun is in this sign from about May 21 to June 20
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈdʒemɪni
Examples:
My sign of zodiac is the gemini.
I read it from the NASA gemini familiarization manual.
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Common mistakes of gemini pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "gem-ˈin-i". The correct pronunciation is "ˈdʒɛm.ɪ.naɪ" in both US and UK English. Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable.
- Overemphasizing vowels: Some learners pronounce "gemini" with exaggerated vowels, making it sound like "ˈdʒɛm.ɪ.ni". The correct pronunciation is "ˈdʒɛm.ɪ.naɪ". Tip: Keep the vowels short and clear to maintain the correct rhythm.
- Ignoring the final sound: It's common to drop the final sound, saying "ˈdʒɛm.ɪn" instead of "ˈdʒɛm.ɪ.naɪ". This changes the word significantly. Tip: Practice finishing the last syllable to ensure clarity.
- Confusing with "gem": Some might say "ˈdʒɛm" instead of "gemini". While "gem" is a different word, "gemini" has a distinct pronunciation. Tip: Focus on the full pronunciation to distinguish between the two words.
- Mispronouncing the "g": Some learners pronounce the "g" as a hard "g", saying "ˈɡɛm.ɪ.naɪ". The correct sound is a soft "j" as in "judge". Tip: Practice saying "judge" to get comfortable with the soft "g" sound.