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millennium
Definition:
(nou) a span of 1000 years (nou) in Revelations it is foretold that those faithful to Jesus will reign with Jesus over the earth for a thousand years; the meaning of these words have been much debated; some denominations (e.g. Jehovah's Witnesses) expec (nou) the 1000th anniversary (or the celebration of it)
Phonetic Transcription:
mɪˈlenɪəm
Examples:
This year is the first decade of the new millennium.
The primogeniture invented in the second millennium.
After the millennium alert, the government relaxed.
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Common mistakes of millennium pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "mi-ˈlɛn-i-əm." The correct stress is on the third syllable: "mɪ-ˈlɛn-i-əm" (US) and "mɪ-ˈlɛn-ɪ-əm" (UK). Tip: Focus on emphasizing "lɛn" to sound more natural.
- Vowel sounds: Some may pronounce the first syllable as "mɪl," which can confuse listeners. The correct pronunciation starts with "mɪ," not "mɪl." Tip: Practice saying "mɪ" clearly, avoiding any "l" sound at the beginning.
- Syllable count: A common mistake is reducing the number of syllables to three, saying "mil-en-nium." The word has four syllables: "mɪ-ˈlɛn-i-əm." Tip: Break it down into four distinct parts to help with clarity.
- Ending sound: Some learners may omit the final "əm," resulting in "mɪ-ˈlɛn-i." This leaves out an important part of the word. Tip: Always include the final "əm" to ensure proper pronunciation.
- Overemphasis on "i": A frequent error is overly stressing the "i" in "lɛn," making it sound like "lī." The correct pronunciation keeps it softer: "lɛn." Tip: Practice saying "lɛn" with a relaxed vowel sound to avoid this mistake.