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bodega

Definition:

(nou) a small Hispanic shop selling wine and groceries

Examples:

I'm gonna see if that bodega has a bathroom.

The bodega is known from at least the 14th century.

Sonny rolls down the bodega grate, revealing the memorial.

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Common mistakes of bodega pronunciation

Misplacing stress: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "bo-DE-ga" instead of the correct "bo-DE-ga" (ˌboʊˈdeɪɡə in US, ˌbəʊˈdeɪɡə in UK). Tip: Focus on stressing the third syllable to sound natural.
Vowel confusion: A common mistake is mispronouncing the "o" as "aw," resulting in "baw-dega." The correct pronunciation has a long "o" sound, as in "boat." Tip: Practice saying "bodega" slowly, emphasizing the "o."
Ignoring the "g": Some speakers may pronounce "bodega" as "bo-dee-ka," omitting the "g" sound entirely. This alters the word's meaning. Tip: Ensure you pronounce the "g" clearly, as in "go."
Overemphasizing vowels: Learners sometimes stretch the vowels too much, saying "bo-dee-gah." This can sound unnatural. Tip: Keep the vowels short and crisp to maintain the word's authentic rhythm.
Dropping the final syllable: Some may truncate "bodega" to "bo-deg," leaving out the last syllable. This can lead to confusion. Tip: Always pronounce all three syllables to ensure clarity.

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How do you pronounce "bodega"?

The pronunciation of "bodega" in American English is /boʊˈdeɪɡə/ with the primary stress on the second syllable. In this word, the "o" sounds like "oh," and the "e" is pronounced as "ay."

Is there a difference in pronunciation of "bodega" between American and British English?

In American English, "bodega" is pronounced /boʊˈdeɪɡə/, while in British English, it is less commonly used but may be pronounced similarly. However, the emphasis typically remains on the second syllable in both variants.

What are the syllables in "bodega"?

The word "bodega" has three syllables: bo-de-ga. Each syllable is pronounced clearly, with the primary stress on "de."

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "bodega"?

One common mistake is misplacing the stress, such as saying /ˈboʊdeɪɡə/ instead of /boʊˈdeɪɡə/. Remember to emphasize the second syllable to pronounce it correctly.