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stephen
Definition:
(nou) English writer (1832-1904)
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Common mistakes of stephen pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "ste-PHEN" instead of the correct "STEP-hen". Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable, represented as ˈstiː.fən in IPA.
- Shortening the vowel sound: Some pronounce "stephen" with a short "e" sound, like "stef-en". This is incorrect. Tip: Use the long "ee" sound as in "see", which is indicated by the IPA ˈstiː.fən.
- Omitting the final "n": A common mistake is to drop the "n" at the end, saying "steph" instead of "stephen". Tip: Always pronounce the final "n" clearly to maintain the integrity of the name.
- Confusing with similar names: People often confuse "stephen" with "steven". While "stephen" is pronounced ˈstiː.fən, "steven" has a different vowel sound, ˈstiː.vən. Tip: Pay attention to the vowel sounds to differentiate between the two names.
- Incorrect vowel length: Some may pronounce "stephen" with a short "i" sound, saying "stif-en". This is incorrect. Tip: Make sure to use the long "ee" sound, which is essential for the name's correct pronunciation.