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genesis
Definition:
(nou) a coming into being (nou) the first book of the Old Testament: tells of Creation; Adam and Eve; the Fall of Man; Cain and Abel; Noah and the flood; God's covenant with Abraham; Abraham and Isaac; Jacob and Esau; Joseph and his brothers
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈdʒenəsɪs
Examples:
This is the genesis of the brute.
The genesis of the mention is critical.
It correctly states the genesis of the storm.
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Common mistakes of genesis pronunciation
- Incorrect stress placement: Many learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, pronouncing it as "ge-NE-sis" [ˌdʒɛnˈɪsɪs] instead of the correct first syllable stress. Tip: Focus on emphasizing the first syllable "GEN" to pronounce "genesis" correctly.
- Overemphasizing the vowel sounds: Some may pronounce the "e" in "genesis" as a long vowel, resulting in "jeen-uh-sis." This is incorrect as the "e" should be pronounced as a short vowel [ˈdʒɛn]. Tip: Practice saying "gen" quickly to ensure the "e" is short.
- Mispronouncing the "g": A common mistake is to pronounce the "g" in "genesis" as a hard "g," saying "genesis" like "guh-ness-is." This is not accurate. Tip: Remember that "g" in "genesis" is soft, pronounced like "j" [dʒ].
- Skipping the schwa sound: Some speakers might skip the schwa sound in the last syllable, saying "genesis" as "gen-es-is." This can lead to an unnatural flow. Tip: Be sure to include the schwa sound in the final syllable for smoother pronunciation [ɪs].
- Confusing with similar words: Learners may confuse "genesis" with "genetic" or "genus," leading to mispronunciation. Each word has distinct stress and vowel sounds. Tip: Practice each word separately to avoid confusion and ensure clarity in pronunciation.