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hecate
Definition:
(nou) Greek goddess of fertility who later became associated with Persephone as goddess of the underworld and protector of witches
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Common mistakes of hecate pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "Hecate" as /həˈkeɪt/. The correct stress is on the first syllable: /ˈhɛk.ə.ti/. Tip: Practice emphasizing the first syllable to improve accuracy.
- Ignoring vowel sounds: Some may pronounce "Hecate" with a short "e" in the first syllable, like /hɛk.ət/. The correct pronunciation uses a clear "e": /ˈhɛk.ə.ti/. Tip: Focus on elongating the vowel sound in the first syllable.
- Incorrect syllable count: A common mistake is reducing "Hecate" to two syllables, saying /ˈhɛk.eɪt/. The word has three syllables: /ˈhɛk.ə.ti/. Tip: Break down the word into three distinct syllables for clarity.
- Mispronouncing the final "e": Some might drop the final "e," pronouncing it as /ˈhɛk.ət/. The correct pronunciation includes the final "e": /ˈhɛk.ə.ti/. Tip: Ensure you articulate the final syllable to complete the word.
- Confusing with similar names: "Hecate" is sometimes confused with "Hecat," pronounced /ˈhɛk.æt/. This is incorrect. The proper form is /ˈhɛk.ə.ti/. Tip: Familiarize yourself with the distinct sounds to avoid mixing them up.