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bengal
Definition:
(nou) a region whose eastern part is now Bangladesh and whose western part is included in India
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Common mistakes of bengal pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "ben-GAL" instead of the correct "BEN-gal" (ˈbɛŋɡəl). Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable for accurate pronunciation.
- Vowel confusion: People may mispronounce the "e" in "bengal" as a long vowel, saying "bain-gal" or "bee-ngal". The correct pronunciation uses a short "e" sound (ˈbɛŋ). Tip: Focus on the short "e" sound to avoid this mistake.
- Dropping the "g": A common error is omitting the "g" sound, resulting in "ben-al" instead of "bengal" (ˈbɛŋɡəl). Tip: Ensure you pronounce the "g" clearly to maintain the integrity of the word.
- Incorrect vowel sound in the second syllable: Some might pronounce the second syllable with an "a" sound, saying "ben-gal" instead of "bengal" (ˈbɛŋɡəl). Tip: Use the "ə" sound in the second syllable to pronounce it correctly.
- Overemphasizing the final syllable: Learners may put too much emphasis on the last syllable, saying "beng-AL". The correct stress is on the first syllable (ˈbɛŋɡəl). Tip: Keep the final syllable softer to sound more natural.