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booger
Definition:
(nou) an imaginary monster used to frighten children (nou) dried nasal mucus
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It looks like a booger, might as well be a booger, even if it is gelatin.
Plus, there is a booger on the page.
At least it's better than booger.
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Common mistakes of booger pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "booger" as /ˈbʊgər/. Tip: Remember to stress the first syllable, pronounced as /ˈbʊɡər/ in US English.
- Incorrect vowel sound: A common mistake is pronouncing "booger" with a long "oo" sound, saying /ˈbuːɡər/. Tip: Use the short "u" sound as in "book" to say /ˈbʊɡər/.
- Overemphasizing the final "g": Some may pronounce "booger" with a heavy emphasis on the "g," sounding like /ˈbʊgɡər/. Tip: Keep the "g" soft and smooth, using /ˈbʊɡər/ instead.
- Skipping the "r": Learners sometimes omit the "r" at the end, pronouncing "booger" as /ˈbʊɡə/. Tip: Ensure you pronounce the final "r" clearly, as in /ˈbʊɡər/.
- Confusing with similar words: Some may confuse "booger" with "bugger," leading to incorrect pronunciation. Tip: Focus on the distinct vowel sound in "booger" /ˈbʊɡər/ versus "bugger" /ˈbʌɡər/.