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ibrahim
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(nou) the first of the Old Testament patriarchs and the father of Isaac; according to Genesis, God promised to give Abraham's family (the Hebrews) the land of Canaan (the Promised Land); God tested Abraham by asking him to sacrifice his son;
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Common mistakes of ibrahim pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many misplace the stress on the second syllable, saying "ib-RA-him" instead of the correct "IB-ra-him" /ˈɪb.rə.hɪm/. Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable.
- Vowel sounds: Some pronounce "ibrahim" with an overly nasal "a," leading to "ib-ra-HEEM." The correct pronunciation is "IB-ra-him" /ˈɪb.rə.hɪm/. Tip: Focus on keeping the "a" sound more neutral.
- Missing the "h" sound: It's common to drop the "h" sound, resulting in "ibraim." The correct pronunciation includes the "h," as in "IB-ra-him" /ˈɪb.rə.hɪm/. Tip: Practice emphasizing the "h" to maintain clarity.
- Overemphasizing the final syllable: Some may say "ibra-HIM" with too much emphasis on the last syllable. The correct pronunciation is "IB-ra-him" /ˈɪb.rə.hɪm/. Tip: Keep the final syllable light and balanced.
- Confusing vowel length: A mistake occurs when pronouncing the "i" as a long vowel, saying "ee" instead of the short "i." The correct pronunciation is "IB-ra-him" /ˈɪb.rə.hɪm/. Tip: Use a shorter, crisper "i" sound.