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mycenae
Definition:
(nou) an ancient city is southern Greece; center of the Mycenaean civilization during the late Bronze Age
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Common mistakes of mycenae pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "my-ˈsee-nee". Tip: Remember to stress the first syllable, as in "ˈmaɪ.sɪˌneɪ" for both US and UK pronunciations.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some learners pronounce "mycenae" with an "e" sound, leading to "my-ˈsē-nē". Tip: Focus on the "a" in the second syllable, pronounced as "eɪ", like in "bay".
- Overemphasizing the final "e": A common mistake is to pronounce the ending as "mycenae" with a strong "e" sound, resulting in "my-ˈsee-nē". Tip: Keep the final "e" subtle; it should be a light touch, not a full vowel.
- Ignoring the silent letters: Some may pronounce all letters, saying "my-ˈkē-nē". Tip: Be aware that "c" is silent, and focus on the correct sounds: "ˈmaɪ.sɪ.neɪ".
- Confusing with similar words: Learners might confuse "mycenae" with "mycene" or "mycene" due to similar spellings. Tip: Pay attention to the syllable breakdown: "mycenae" is "ˈmaɪ.sɪˌneɪ", distinguishing it from others.