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saga
Definition:
(nou) a narrative telling the adventures of a hero or a family; originally (12th to 14th centuries) a story of the families that settled Iceland and their descendants but now any prose narrative that resembles such an account
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈsɑːɡə
Examples:
The saga states that the Phoenix Force is the legendary guardian of the crystal.
The third part of the saga show the hero and his friends sailing to Myrtana.
I believe in saga.
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Common mistakes of saga pronunciation
- Incorrect vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "saga" with a short "a" sound, like in "cat." The correct pronunciation uses a long "a" sound, /ˈsɑːɡə/ (UK) and /ˈsɑɡə/ (US). Tip: Focus on elongating the "a" to sound like "sah."
- Misplaced stress: A common mistake is placing stress on the second syllable, saying "sa-GA." The correct stress is on the first syllable, /ˈsɑːɡə/ (UK) and /ˈsɑɡə/ (US). Tip: Emphasize the first syllable clearly.
- Overemphasis on "g": Some may pronounce "saga" with a hard "g," sounding like "sag-gah." The correct pronunciation has a softer "g" sound, /ˈsɑːɡə/ (UK) and /ˈsɑɡə/ (US). Tip: Keep the "g" gentle, almost blending it with the "a."
- Missing the final "a": Learners sometimes drop the final "a," pronouncing it as "sag." The full pronunciation is /ˈsɑːɡə/ (UK) and /ˈsɑɡə/ (US). Tip: Ensure you articulate the ending "a" clearly to complete the word.
- Confusing with similar words: Some may confuse "saga" with "saga" (a different context) or "saga" (as in a narrative). Remember the context and pronunciation: /ˈsɑːɡə/ (UK) and /ˈsɑɡə/ (US). Tip: Use the word in sentences to reinforce its correct use and sound.