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How to pronounce:
belle
Definition:
(nou) a young woman who is the most charming and beautiful of several rivals
Phonetic Transcription:
bel
Examples:
She is the belle of the town.
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Common mistakes of belle pronunciation
- Dropping the final "e": Some learners may pronounce "belle" as "bel". This omits the final "e", leading to a different meaning. Tip: Always include the final "e" for correct pronunciation, as in /bɛl/ (US) and /bɛl/ (UK).
- Misplacing the stress: A common error is stressing the "e" instead of the "b". The correct stress is on the first syllable. Tip: Focus on pronouncing it as /ˈbɛl/ for both US and UK variants, emphasizing the initial sound.
- Confusing with "bell": Some may confuse "belle" with "bell", pronouncing it the same way. This can lead to misunderstandings. Tip: Remember that "belle" has a softer sound and includes the "e" at the end, pronounced as /bɛl/.
- Overemphasizing the "e": A mistake is over-pronouncing the final "e", making it sound like "belle-e". This is incorrect and can sound awkward. Tip: Keep the final "e" subtle, ensuring it flows smoothly into the pronunciation /ˈbɛl/.
- Incorrect vowel sound: Some may pronounce "belle" with a long "e" sound, as in "beel". This changes the word entirely. Tip: Use a short "e" sound, as in /ˈbɛl/, to maintain the correct pronunciation.