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bourgeoisie
Definition:
(nou) the social class between the lower and upper classes
Examples:
Flaubert detested the bourgeoisie.
It was a thorn in the flesh of the bourgeoisie.
The bourgeoisie was weakly developed.
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Common mistakes of bourgeoisie pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "bour-geois-IE" instead of the correct "bour-geois-ˈzi" (US) or "ˌbʊəʒ-wɑː-ˈziː" (UK). Tip: Remember to stress the last syllable for proper pronunciation.
- Ignoring the "r" sound: Some people pronounce "bourgeoisie" without the "r," leading to "bougeoisie." This mispronunciation omits the correct sound /r/ in the first syllable. Tip: Practice saying "bour" with a clear "r" to enhance accuracy.
- Overemphasizing vowels: A common mistake is overemphasizing the vowel sounds, resulting in "bourgeois-EE" instead of "bourgeois-ˈzi" (US) or "ˌbʊəʒ-wɑː-ˈziː" (UK). Tip: Focus on a balanced pronunciation of the vowels without extending them.
- Mispronouncing "ou": Learners may mispronounce the "ou" in "bourgeoisie" as "ow," leading to "bowgeoisie." The correct pronunciation is /bʊə/ (UK) or /bʊr/ (US). Tip: Practice the sound by saying "poor" or "tour" for better clarity.
- Confusing the "s" sound: Some might pronounce the "s" as a "z," saying "bourgeoisie" as "bourgeoisie." The correct pronunciation includes a soft "s" sound /s/ in "zi." Tip: Emphasize the "s" in "zi" to maintain the correct pronunciation.