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hephaestus
Definition:
(nou) the lame god of fire and metalworking in ancient mythology; identified with Roman Vulcan
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It may be a hybrid with Troides helena hephaestus.
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Common mistakes of hephaestus pronunciation
- Incorrect stress placement: Many learners place stress on the second syllable, saying "he-ˈphaestus." The correct stress is on the first syllable, "ˈhephaestus." Tip: Remember to emphasize the "he" when pronouncing the word.
- Mispronouncing "ph": Some may pronounce "ph" as "f," leading to "hef-aestus." The correct pronunciation is "he" as in "he" and "phaestus" as "fɛs" in both US and UK. Tip: Think of "ph" as "f" to ensure accuracy.
- Overlooking the "ae": Learners often ignore the "ae" and pronounce it as "hefaestus." The "ae" should be pronounced like "e" in "bed," making it "ˈhɛfaestus." Tip: Break it down to "he" + "faestus" to get it right.
- Vowel confusion in the second syllable: Some pronounce the second syllable as "tus" instead of "təs." The correct pronunciation is "ˈhɛfəstəs" in US and UK. Tip: Focus on the schwa sound "ə" to keep it soft and unstressed.
- Unclear articulation of the final "s": Learners may drop the final "s," saying "hephaestu." The correct form includes the "s," pronounced as "təs." Tip: Always finish with a clear "s" sound to complete the word.