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How to pronounce:
beggar
Definition:
(nou) a pauper who lives by begging
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈbeɡə
Examples:
The beggar is dirty and slovenly.
The beggar is in disguise of the prince.
The beggar is wearing a ragged clothes.
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Common mistakes of beggar pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many pronounce "beggar" with the stress on the second syllable, as in /ˈbɛɡər/. The correct stress is on the first syllable, /ˈbɛɡ.ər/. Tip: Emphasize the first syllable to sound natural.
- Shortening the vowel sound: Some speakers reduce the vowel in the first syllable to a schwa, making it sound like "buh-gar" /bəˈɡɑr/. The correct pronunciation is /ˈbɛɡ.ər/. Tip: Make sure to pronounce the "e" clearly as in "bed."
- Incorrect vowel quality: A common mistake is pronouncing the second syllable as /ˈbɛɡ.ɛr/, using an "e" sound instead of the correct /ər/. Tip: Use a relaxed "er" sound, similar to "her," to avoid this error.
- Overemphasizing the "g" sound: Some people pronounce "beggar" with a hard "g" sound, as in /ˈbɛɡ.ɡər/. The correct pronunciation has a softer "g," /ˈbɛɡ.ər/. Tip: Keep the "g" gentle, as in "go," without doubling it.
- Dropping the final "r": In non-rhotic accents, speakers might omit the "r" in "beggar," saying /ˈbɛɡ.ə/. In American English, the "r" is pronounced, as in /ˈbɛɡ.ər/. Tip: Always pronounce the "r" clearly to ensure clarity in your speech.