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bangladesh
Definition:
(nou) a Muslim republic in southern Asia bordered by India to the north and west and east and the Bay of Bengal to the south; formerly part of India and then part of Pakistan; it achieved independence in 1971
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Common mistakes of bangladesh pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable in "Bangladesh" as /ˌbæŋ.ɡləˈdɛʃ/. The correct stress is on the last syllable: /ˌbæŋ.ɡləˈdɛʃ/. Tip: Focus on emphasizing the final syllable to sound more accurate.
- Vowel sounds: Some learners pronounce the "a" in "Bangladesh" as /æ/ instead of /ə/. This can lead to a mispronunciation like /ˈbæŋ.ɡlæ.dɛʃ/. Tip: Practice the schwa sound /ə/ for a smoother pronunciation.
- Ending sound confusion: The final "sh" in "Bangladesh" is often mispronounced as /s/ instead of /ʃ/. This results in saying /ˈbæŋ.ɡlə.dɛs/. Tip: Remember that "sh" makes the /ʃ/ sound, like in "shoe."
- Syllable division: Some speakers may divide "Bangladesh" incorrectly, saying /bæŋ.ɡləˈdɛʃ/ instead of /ˌbæŋ.ɡləˈdɛʃ/. This can change the word's rhythm. Tip: Practice saying the word as a single flow to maintain its natural rhythm.
- Consonant clarity: The "g" in "Bangladesh" can be mispronounced as a hard "g" /g/ rather than the softer /ɡ/. This might lead to saying /ˈbæŋ.ɡlæ.dɛʃ/. Tip: Use a softer "g" sound to ensure proper pronunciation.