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homage
Definition:
(nou) respectful deference
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈhɒmɪdʒ
Examples:
It is an homage to the cordial absinthe.
The films are mentioned in the homage section.
Portions of the climax pay homage to Vertigo.
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Common mistakes of homage pronunciation
- Stress misplacement: Many speakers incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "ho-MAHJ" instead of the correct "HOM-ij" in US English /ˈhɑː.mɪdʒ/ and "HOM-ij" in UK English /ˈhɒm.ɪdʒ/. Tip: Focus on the first syllable for proper emphasis.
- Vowel confusion: Some people pronounce "homage" with an "o" sound as in "hot," resulting in "HOM-ij." The correct pronunciation uses a short "o" as in "home." Tip: Practice saying "home" to get the right vowel sound.
- Incorrect vowel length: A common mistake is to elongate the "a" in "homage," leading to "ho-MAAGE." The correct pronunciation uses a short "a" sound. Tip: Keep the vowel short and crisp, as in "hom" /hɒm/ or /hɑm/.
- Silent "h": Some may drop the "h" sound entirely, pronouncing it as "omage." This is incorrect in both US and UK pronunciations. Tip: Always articulate the "h" clearly at the beginning of "homage."
- Mispronouncing the final sound: People often pronounce the ending as "age," leading to "ho-MAAGE." The correct pronunciation ends with a soft "ij." Tip: Practice saying "bridge" to help with the final sound in "homage."