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bauble
Definition:
(nou) a mock scepter carried by a court jester (nou) cheap showy jewelry or ornament on clothing
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈbɔːbəl
Examples:
Thanks for the kind words and the shiny bauble.
It costs money to manufacture this bauble and it has no purpose.
You will have to guess which star is in the bauble.
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Common mistakes of bauble pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "baw-ˈbəl" instead of the correct "ˈbɔː.bəl" (UK) or "ˈbɔ.bəl" (US). Tip: Remember to stress the first syllable for proper pronunciation.
- Vowel confusion: Some people pronounce "bauble" with a short "a" sound, saying "ˈbæ.bəl." This is incorrect. The correct pronunciation has a long "aw" sound, as in "ˈbɔː.bəl" (UK) or "ˈbɔ.bəl" (US). Tip: Focus on the "aw" sound to avoid this mistake.
- Silent "e" addition: A common error is adding a silent "e" at the end, pronouncing it as "ˈbɔː.bəl.e." This is not correct. The word ends with a clear "l" sound. Tip: Practice saying "bauble" without any extra sounds at the end.
- Overemphasizing "b": Some learners may pronounce the initial "b" too heavily, sounding like "ˈbʌ.bəl." The correct pronunciation has a softer initial "b" sound. Tip: Aim for a smooth transition into the vowel sound after "b."
- Ignoring the "l": A mistake is dropping the "l" sound, pronouncing it as "ˈbɔː.bə." This alters the word entirely. The "l" is essential in "bauble." Tip: Make sure to clearly articulate the "l" to maintain the word's integrity.