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magus

Definition:

(nou) a magician or sorcerer of ancient times (nou) a member of the Zoroastrian priesthood of the ancient Persians

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The Magus is not about a magus, or about magic at all.

There is actually no magus in The Magus, except in the most abstract sense.

To me, a magus is exactly the same as a magician.

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Common mistakes of magus pronunciation

Misplacing stress: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, pronouncing it as "ma-GUS." The correct stress is on the first syllable: /ˈmeɪ.gəs/ (US) and /ˈmæ.gəs/ (UK). Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable.
Incorrect vowel sound: A common mistake is pronouncing "magus" with a short "a" as in "cat," resulting in "magus" sounding like /ˈmæ.gəs/. The correct pronunciation has a long "a" sound in the first syllable. Tip: Focus on the long "a" sound, like in "may."
Adding an extra syllable: Some may pronounce "magus" with three syllables, saying "ma-gus." The correct pronunciation has only two syllables: /ˈmeɪ.gəs/ (US) and /ˈmæ.gəs/ (UK). Tip: Keep it concise with just two syllables.
Mispronouncing the final "s": Learners might pronounce the "s" at the end as a hard "s," saying "magus" like /ˈmeɪ.gʌs/. The correct pronunciation features a softer "s" sound. Tip: Ensure the final "s" is pronounced gently.
Confusing with similar words: Some confuse "magus" with "magnet" or "magic," leading to mispronunciation. "Magus" is distinct, pronounced /ˈmeɪ.gəs/ (US) and /ˈmæ.gəs/ (UK). Tip: Practice saying "magus" alone to avoid confusion.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "magus" correctly?

You pronounce "magus" as /ˈmeɪ.ɡəs/ in both US and UK English. The first syllable has primary stress, sounding like "may", followed by a softer "gus".

Is there a difference in pronunciation of "magus" between American and British English?

There is no significant difference in pronunciation between American and British English for "magus"; both use /ˈmeɪ.ɡəs/. The stress pattern remains the same, making it easy to pronounce for learners of both dialects.

What syllable is stressed in the word "magus"?

In "magus", the primary stress is on the first syllable, "ma". This means you should emphasize the "may" sound when saying the word.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "magus"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress or saying it as /ˈmæɡ.əs/, which is incorrect. Remember to keep the stress on the first syllable and pronounce it as /ˈmeɪ.ɡəs/.