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What is the correct pronunciation of puer aeternus?

The correct pronunciation of "puer aeternus" is:

pway-er eh-tur-nus

Here's a breakdown:

* pway-er: The "ue" in "puer" makes a similar sound to the "ue" in "due".

* eh-tur-nus: The "ae" in "aeternus" is pronounced as a short "e" sound, similar to the "e" in "pet". The "us" at the end is pronounced like the "us" in "bus".

Note: This pronunciation is based on the Latin origin of the term. Some people may use a different pronunciation depending on their background and language.

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