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heaven
Definition:
(nou) any place of complete bliss and delight and peace (nou) the abode of God and the angels
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈhevən
Examples:
The reality of it is the same as the Jewish heaven and hell.
The pains of hell and the pleasure of heaven are also illustrated.
Christ is enthroned in heaven surrounded by the ranks of angels and saints.
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Common mistakes of heaven pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners put stress on the second syllable, saying "heav-en" instead of the correct "heav-en". Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable, marked as /ˈhɛv.ən/ in both US and UK pronunciations.
- Incorrect vowel sound: A common mistake is pronouncing "heaven" with a long "e" sound, like "hee-ven". This is incorrect. Tip: Focus on the short "e" sound, as in /ˈhɛv.ən/, to ensure clarity.
- Omitting the schwa: Some speakers may drop the schwa sound in the second syllable, pronouncing it as "hev-n". This can lead to misunderstanding. Tip: Always include the schwa /ə/ sound in the second syllable to sound natural.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners sometimes confuse "heaven" with "heavily" or "heavenly", mispronouncing it as "hev-in". Tip: Practice saying "heaven" clearly as /ˈhɛv.ən/ to distinguish it from related words.
- Overemphasizing the "h": Some people pronounce "heaven" with an exaggerated "h" sound, making it sound like "h-haven". This is not standard. Tip: Keep the "h" sound soft and natural, as in /ˈhɛv.ən/, to avoid sounding overly dramatic.