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baghdad
Definition:
(nou) capital and largest city of Iraq; located on the Tigris River
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Qutrubbulil was a suburb of baghdad.
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Common mistakes of baghdad pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners place stress incorrectly on the wrong syllable. In "baghdad" (/ˈbæɡ.dæd/ for US and /ˈbæɡ.hæd/ for UK), the primary stress is on the first syllable. Tip: Practice emphasizing the "bag" part clearly.
- Vowel sounds: Some may confuse the vowel sounds in "baghdad." The first syllable has a short "a" sound, as in "cat" (/æ/). Tip: Listen to native speakers to hear the correct vowel pronunciation.
- Consonant clarity: The "g" in "baghdad" can be mispronounced. It should be a hard "g" sound (/ɡ/), not a soft one. Tip: Focus on making the "g" sound strong and clear.
- Final consonant: Learners often overlook the final "d" in "baghdad," making it sound like "bagha." The last consonant is pronounced clearly (/d/). Tip: Practice saying the full word to ensure the final "d" is audible.
- Syllable blending: Some speakers may blend the syllables together too much, making "baghdad" sound like a single unit. Each syllable should be distinct. Tip: Break the word into "bag" and "hdad" when practicing.