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belgium
Definition:
(nou) a monarchy in northwestern Europe; headquarters for the European Union and for the North Atlantic Treaty Organization
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Common mistakes of belgium pronunciation
- Stress on the wrong syllable: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, pronouncing it as "Bel-ˈgi-um". The correct stress is on the first syllable: "ˈBɛl-ʤəm". Tip: Always emphasize the "Bel" in "Belgium".
- Mispronouncing the "g": The "g" in "Belgium" can be confusing. Some say it as a hard "g" like in "go", resulting in "Bel-gium". The correct sound is a soft "ʤ", as in "judge". Tip: Think of the "g" as similar to "j" in "jam".
- Overemphasizing the "um": Some speakers may pronounce the final syllable as "ʌm" instead of the correct "əm". This makes it sound awkward. Tip: Keep the final syllable light and quick, almost like a whisper.
- Ignoring the silent "g": Many learners mistakenly pronounce the "g" in "Belgium", leading to "Bel-gium". This is incorrect because the "g" is silent in this context. Tip: Remember that the "g" should not be pronounced at all.
- Confusing the vowel sounds: Some might pronounce "Belgium" with a long "e" sound, saying "ˈBēl-ʤəm". The correct pronunciation uses a short "e": "ˈBɛl-ʤəm". Tip: Focus on the short "e" as in "bed" for accuracy.