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uranus
Definition:
(nou) god of the heavens; son and husband of Gaea and father of the Titans in ancient mythology (nou) a giant planet with a ring of ice particles; the 7th planet from the sun has a blue-green color and many satellites
Phonetic Transcription:
jʊˈreɪnəs
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Common mistakes of uranus pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners stress the second syllable, pronouncing it as "juˈreɪ.nəs". The correct stress is on the first syllable, "ˈjʊr.ə.nəs" in US English and "ˈjʊə.rə.nəs" in UK English. Tip: Focus on the first syllable for proper emphasis.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: A common mistake is mispronouncing the "u" in "Uranus" as "ju" instead of "ʊ". This leads to "juˈreɪ.nəs". The correct pronunciation starts with "ʊ", as in "foot". Tip: Practice the "ʊ" sound separately to improve clarity.
- Overemphasizing the final "s": Some speakers may overly emphasize the "s" at the end, saying "juˈreɪ.nəs" with a strong "s" sound. The correct pronunciation is softer and more fluid. Tip: Keep the final "s" subtle and connected to the preceding vowel.
- Ignoring the "a" sound: Learners often overlook the "a" in the second syllable, leading to "juˈreɪ.nəs". The correct form includes a clear "ə" sound, pronounced as "ˈjʊr.ə.nəs". Tip: Enunciate the "a" to ensure each syllable is heard distinctly.
- Using an incorrect vowel in the second syllable: Some may pronounce it as "jʊˈreɪ.nəs", using "eɪ" instead of "ə". The correct pronunciation has "ə", as in "sofa". Tip: Listen to native speakers to catch the subtle differences in vowel sounds.