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How to pronounce “aegis”

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Learning goal: Practice the English pronunciation of aegis with real speech in context.
Available examples: 8 YouTube examples
Real speech example: Embracing Survivalfor the Aegis Trust, an organization
Definition summary: (Greek mythology, Roman mythology) A mythological shield associated with the Greek deities Zeus and Athena (and their Roman counterparts Jupiter and Minerva) shown as a short cloak made of goatskin worn on the shoulders, more as an emblem of power and protection than a military shield. The aegis of Athena or Minerva is usually shown with a border of snakes and with the head of Medusa in the center. [from early 17th c.]

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Embracing Survival

for the Aegis Trust, an organization

[Noun]
(Greek mythology, Roman mythology) A mythological shield associated with the Greek deities Zeus and Athena (and their Roman counterparts Jupiter and Minerva) shown as a short cloak made of goatskin worn on the shoulders, more as an emblem of power and protection than a military shield. The aegis of Athena or Minerva is usually shown with a border of snakes and with the head of Medusa in the center. [from early 17th c.]
(figuratively) Guidance, protection; endorsement, sponsorship.