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bomb

Definition:

(nou) an explosive device fused to explode under specific conditions (nou) strong sealed vessel for measuring heat of combustion (nou) an event that fails badly or is totally ineffectual

Phonetic Transcription:

bɒm

Examples:

The village was razed due to nuclear bomb.

The nation with the nuclear bomb had the power to easily win the war.

You should detonate the bomb or disarm the bomb.

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Common mistakes of bomb pronunciation

Misplacing stress: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "bom-B." In both US and UK English, the stress is on the first syllable: /ˈbɑm/ (US), /bɒm/ (UK). Tip: Always emphasize the first syllable.
Adding extra sounds: A common mistake is adding an "h" sound, pronouncing it as "h-bomb." The correct pronunciation is simply "bomb" without any extra sounds. Tip: Focus on the clean "b" at the beginning.
Confusing vowel sounds: Some may pronounce "bomb" with an "o" sound like in "home," saying /boʊm/. The correct vowel sound is more like "ah," as in /ˈbɑm/ (US) or /bɒm/ (UK). Tip: Practice saying "ah" to get the right sound.
Overemphasizing the "b": Learners might pronounce "bomb" with an exaggerated "b," making it sound like "b-bomb." The correct pronunciation has a softer "b" sound. Tip: Keep the "b" crisp but not overly pronounced.
Mispronouncing the ending: Some people may confuse "bomb" with "bump," pronouncing it as /bʌmp/. Remember, "bomb" ends with a clear "m" sound. Tip: Practice differentiating between the two by focusing on the final consonant sounds.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "bomb" in American English?

In American English, "bomb" is pronounced as /bɑm/ with a single syllable and the stress on the vowel sound "ɑ" as in "father." The "b" is pronounced clearly at the beginning, followed by the open back vowel sound.

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

In British English, "bomb" is pronounced as /bɒm/, where the vowel sound "ɒ" is similar to the "o" in "hot." The stress remains on the same syllable, but the vowel quality differs from the American pronunciation.

Does "bomb" have a schwa sound in any dialects?

No, "bomb" does not contain a schwa sound in any dialects; it is pronounced with a clear vowel sound. The pronunciation remains consistent as /bɑm/ in American English and /bɒm/ in British English, without any reduction.

What are some common mistakes when pronouncing "bomb"?

A common mistake is mispronouncing "bomb" with an extra syllable, such as saying /ˈbɑːm/ or /ˈbɒm/. Remember, "bomb" is a single syllable word, and the correct pronunciations are /bɑm/ in American English and /bɒm/ in British English.