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hegemon
Definition:
(nou) a leading or paramount power
Examples:
A hegemon is a member of a ruling group.
Finally, a regional power is usually the hegemon in the region.
Finally,Qin duke became a hegemon in the world.
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Common mistakes of hegemon pronunciation
- Incorrect stress placement: Some people place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "he-GEM-on" instead of the correct "HEG-e-mon" (ˈhɛdʒɪmən). Tip: Focus on stressing the first syllable to pronounce "hegemon" correctly.
- Mispronouncing the "g": The "g" in "hegemon" can be confused with a hard "g" sound, leading to "hegemon" sounding like "heg-gemon." The correct pronunciation has a soft "g" sound as in "gem." Tip: Remember that the "g" is pronounced like "j" in "judge."
- Overemphasizing the final syllable: Some may say "hegemo-N" with a strong emphasis on the last syllable, which can sound awkward. The correct pronunciation is more balanced: "HEG-e-mon" (ˈhɛdʒɪmən). Tip: Keep the final syllable light and quick.
- Vowel sound confusion: The "e" in "hegemon" might be mispronounced as a long "ee" sound, leading to "heg-ee-mon." The correct sound is a short "e" as in "bed." Tip: Practice saying "hegemon" with a short "e" to avoid this mistake.
- Dropping syllables: Some speakers might shorten "hegemon" to "hegmon," omitting the middle syllable. This can lead to confusion. The full pronunciation includes all three syllables: "HEG-e-mon." Tip: Always pronounce all syllables clearly for better understanding.