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seraphim
Definition:
(nou) an angel of the first order; usually portrayed as the winged head of a child
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈserəf
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Common mistakes of seraphim pronunciation
- Stress misplacement: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "ser-ˈa-fim". The correct stress is on the first syllable: "ˈsɛr-ə-fɪm". Tip: Remember to emphasize "ser" when pronouncing "seraphim".
- Vowel confusion: Some learners mistakenly pronounce the first vowel as "eɪ", saying "sɛr-ə-fɪm". The correct sound is a short "ɛ" as in "bed". Tip: Focus on the "e" sound in "ser" to avoid this mistake.
- Silent letters: Some might pronounce the "ph" as "f", leading to "ser-ˈaf-im". However, "ph" in "seraphim" is pronounced as "f". Tip: Practice saying "seraph" to reinforce the correct "f" sound.
- Syllable omission: A common error is dropping the middle syllable, resulting in "ˈsɛr-fɪm". The correct pronunciation includes all three syllables: "ˈsɛr-ə-fɪm". Tip: Break the word down into syllables to ensure each one is pronounced.
- Ending sound confusion: Some may pronounce the last syllable as "im" instead of "ɪm", leading to "seraph-ˈɪm". The correct pronunciation uses a short "ɪ" sound. Tip: Listen to native speakers to catch the subtle differences in the ending.