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belligerent
Definition:
(nou) someone who fights (or is fighting)
Phonetic Transcription:
bəˈlɪdʒrənt
Examples:
The enemy is belligerent and hostile.
The tone is accusatory and belligerent.
The comments here are infamatory and belligerent.
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Common mistakes of belligerent pronunciation
- Stress misplacement: Many learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable. The correct stress is on the second syllable: /bəˈlɪdʒ.ər.ənt/ (US) and /bəˈlɪdʒ.ər.ənt/ (UK). Tip: Focus on emphasizing "lɪdʒ" for proper pronunciation.
- Vowel confusion: Some might pronounce the "e" in "belligerent" as a long vowel, sounding like "ee." The correct sound is a short "i" /ɪ/. Tip: Practice saying "lid" to get the right short vowel sound.
- Final syllable mispronunciation: The last syllable is often mispronounced as "rent" instead of "rənt." The correct pronunciation is /ənt/. Tip: Break the word down and practice saying "jər.ənt" slowly.
- Overemphasis on consonants: Some speakers might overemphasize the "b" or "g" sounds, making them sound harsh. The correct pronunciation is softer: /bəˈlɪdʒ.ər.ənt/. Tip: Relax your mouth and practice saying "bell" softly.
- Syllable omission: Learners sometimes drop the second syllable, saying "beligerent." The full pronunciation includes all syllables: /bəˈlɪdʒ.ər.ənt/. Tip: Say the word slowly, ensuring you pronounce each syllable clearly.