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hosea
Definition:
(nou) a minor Hebrew prophet (8th century BC) (nou) an Old Testament book telling Hosea's prophecies
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Common mistakes of hosea pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners place the stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "ho-SEA" instead of the correct "HO-sea" (/ˈhoʊziə/ in US, /həʊˈzɪə/ in UK). Tip: Remember to stress the first syllable for accurate pronunciation.
- Vowel confusion: People often mispronounce the "o" in "hosea" as a short vowel sound, saying "huh-sea". The correct pronunciation uses a long "o" sound, as in "go". Tip: Practice saying "ho" to master the long vowel sound.
- Dropping the final vowel: Some may omit the final "a" sound, pronouncing it as "hose". This alters the meaning and makes it incorrect. Tip: Always ensure to pronounce the final "a" clearly to complete the word.
- Incorrect syllable separation: Learners sometimes treat "hosea" as a two-syllable word, saying "ho-sea" instead of the correct three syllables "HO-sea-a". Tip: Break it down into three parts to help with clarity: "HO-sea-a".
- Overemphasizing the "s": Some may pronounce the "s" too harshly, saying "hose-AY-uh". The correct pronunciation softens the "s" sound. Tip: Focus on a smooth transition between the "s" and the following vowel sounds.