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japheth
Definition:
(nou) son of Noah
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Common mistakes of japheth pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many people place stress incorrectly on "japheth", saying /ˈdʒæf.ɛθ/ instead of /ˈdʒeɪ.fɛθ/. Tip: Remember to stress the first syllable, "ja", as in "jay".
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some might pronounce "japheth" with a short "a", saying /ˈdʒæf.ɛθ/. The correct pronunciation uses a long "a" sound /ˈdʒeɪ.fɛθ/. Tip: Focus on elongating the "a" to sound like "jay".
- Overemphasizing the "th": People often pronounce the "th" in "japheth" too strongly, saying /ˈdʒæf.ɛθ/ with a heavy "th" sound. The correct sound is softer, as in /ˈdʒeɪ.fɛθ/. Tip: Lightly touch the tongue to the upper teeth for a softer "th".
- Ignoring the silent letters: Some may mistakenly include a pronounced "h", saying /ˈdʒæf.ɛθ/ with an audible "h". In "japheth", the "h" is silent. Tip: Practice saying "jap" followed by "feth" without adding an "h" sound.
- Confusing with similar names: Individuals sometimes confuse "japheth" with names like "Japheth" and pronounce them similarly. The correct pronunciation is /ˈdʒeɪ.fɛθ/, distinct from others. Tip: Familiarize yourself with its unique sound to avoid mix-ups.