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balm
Definition:
(nou) any of various aromatic resinous substances used for healing and soothing (nou) semisolid preparation (usually containing a medicine) applied externally as a remedy or for soothing an irritation
Phonetic Transcription:
bɑːm
Examples:
It is mature and sincerely wrought, and a balm to the senses.
The lip balm was actually made out of earwax.
All that is left in the jar is a chrysalis that works as a healing balm.
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Common mistakes of balm pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some may pronounce "balm" as /bælm/ instead of /bɑːm/ (UK) or /bɑm/ (US). This changes the word's meaning. Tip: Focus on the long "a" sound, as in "calm."
- Ignoring the silent "l": Many learners pronounce the "l" in "balm," making it sound like /bælm/. This is incorrect as the "l" is silent. Tip: Remember that "balm" sounds like "bomb" without the "b."
- Stressing the wrong syllable: Some might incorrectly stress the second syllable as in /bælˈm/. However, "balm" is a single-syllable word. Tip: Emphasize the initial sound, keeping it a one-syllable word.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners may mix "balm" with "balm" (/bælm/), which has a different pronunciation and meaning. Tip: Pay attention to context and practice the distinct sounds.
- Overemphasizing the "b" sound: Some may pronounce "balm" with an exaggerated "b" sound, making it sound awkward. Tip: Keep the "b" soft and smooth to maintain natural flow.