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boulevard
Definition:
(nou) a wide street or thoroughfare
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈbuːləvɑːd
Examples:
The new boulevard will be the main street in this part of the city.
HJ was instrumental in the completion of the boulevard.
It is situated at the eastern end of the boulevard.
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Common mistakes of boulevard pronunciation
- Silent "d": Many learners pronounce the "d" in "boulevard" as in "dog." In reality, it is silent in both US /ˈbuː.lə.vɑrd/ and UK /ˈbuː.lə.vɑːd/. Tip: Focus on the "bou" and "levard" parts, omitting the "d."
- Misplaced stress: Some people incorrectly stress the second syllable as in "bu-LEV-ard." The correct stress is on the first syllable: US /ˈbuː.lə.vɑrd/, UK /ˈbuː.lə.vɑːd/. Tip: Emphasize "bou" more than "levard."
- Incorrect vowel sound: The "ou" in "boulevard" is often mispronounced as "ow" (like in "cow"). Instead, it should sound like "oo" in "food." Tip: Practice saying "boo" to get the correct vowel sound.
- Over-pronouncing "levard": Some may say "le-VARD" with equal emphasis on both syllables. The correct pronunciation has a softer "le" and a quick "vard." Tip: Say it smoothly as "boulevard," blending the syllables.
- Ending with a hard "d": Learners sometimes pronounce the final "d" strongly, making it sound like "boulevard" ends with a hard "d." In fact, the ending is softer, especially in UK pronunciation. Tip: Focus on a gentle finish, almost like dropping the "d."