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bordeaux
Definition:
(nou) a port city in southwestern France; a major center of the wine trade (nou) any of several red or white wines produced around Bordeaux, France or wines resembling them
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Common mistakes of bordeaux pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "bor-DOH" instead of the correct "BOR-doh" /bɔːrˈdoʊ/ (US) or /bɔːrˈdəʊ/ (UK). Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some might pronounce "bordeaux" with an "a" sound, as in "cat," leading to "borda" instead of the correct pronunciation /bɔːrˈdoʊ/ (US) or /bɔːrˈdəʊ/ (UK). Tip: Focus on the "or" sounding like "or" in "more."
- Overemphasizing the "x": The "x" at the end of "bordeaux" is silent, often leading to mispronunciations like "bordeaux" with an audible "x." Tip: Simply drop the "x" sound and finish with "doh."
- Confusing with similar words: Some learners confuse "bordeaux" with "bore," resulting in a pronunciation like "bore-doh." This is incorrect. Tip: Remember to include the "d" sound after "bor" to maintain the correct flow.
- Ignoring the french influence: "Bordeaux" is a French word, and some may not capture the subtlety of the French pronunciation. Tip: Practice saying it slowly, focusing on the fluidity of the sounds, especially the "do."