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bourgeois
Definition:
(nou) a capitalist who engages in industrial commercial enterprise (nou) a member of the middle class
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈbʊəʒwɑː
Examples:
Is this bourgeois senate the same as the conservative senate
He rejects the bourgeois institutions of literary life.
Main theme of the drama is the antithesis of the proletariat and bourgeois.
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Common mistakes of bourgeois pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "bourgeois" as /bʊrˈʒwɑː/ instead of the correct /ˈbʊrʒ.wɑː/ (US) or /ˈbʊəʒ.wɑː/ (UK). Tip: Remember to stress the first syllable.
- Incorrect vowel sound: Some pronounce "bourgeois" with an "o" sound, like in "go," resulting in /bɔːrˈʒwɑː/. The correct pronunciation uses a short "u" sound /ˈbʊrʒ.wɑː/. Tip: Focus on the "u" as in "put."
- Overemphasizing "g": Learners often over-pronounce the "g" in "bourgeois," saying /bʊrˈɡwɑː/. The "g" should be soft, almost blending into the "w." Tip: Think of it as a gentle glide rather than a hard sound.
- Missing the "s" sound: Some drop the final "s," saying /ˈbʊrʒ.wɑː/ instead of /ˈbʊrʒ.wɑːz/. The "s" is vital for the correct pronunciation. Tip: Practice saying the word slowly to include the final "s."
- Confusing with "bourgeoisie": Learners sometimes confuse "bourgeois" with "bourgeoisie," leading to incorrect pronunciation. "Bourgeois" is shorter and has a different stress pattern. Tip: Familiarize yourself with both words to avoid mix-ups.