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phoebe
Definition:
(nou) the cardinal number that is the sum of four and one (nou) a Titaness who became identified with Artemis as goddess of the Moon (nou) small dun-colored North American flycatcher
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Common mistakes of phoebe pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners mistakenly stress the second syllable, saying "pho-E-be". The correct pronunciation is ˈfiː.bi in both US and UK English. Tip: Focus on the first syllable for proper emphasis.
- Vowel confusion: Some might pronounce "phoebe" with a short "e", sounding like "feeb". In reality, it should have a long "ee" sound, as in "see". Tip: Practice saying "bee" to master the vowel sound.
- Incorrect vowel length: A common mistake is to shorten the "o" sound, leading to "foe-be". The correct pronunciation includes a long "ee" sound, ˈfiː.bi. Tip: Remember that "phoebe" rhymes with "TV".
- Adding an extra syllable: Some might pronounce "phoebe" as "pho-e-be", adding an unnecessary syllable. The correct pronunciation is two syllables, ˈfiː.bi. Tip: Break it down into two distinct parts: "fee" and "bee".
- Mispronouncing the initial sound: Some learners might pronounce the "ph" as "f", leading to "fobe". The correct sound is a "f" as in "fish". Tip: Emphasize the "ph" sound to ensure clarity in your pronunciation.