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How to pronounce:
bowl
Definition:
(nou) a round vessel that is open at the top; used chiefly for holding food or liquids; (nou) a concave shape with an open top (nou) a dish that is round and open at the top for serving foods (nou) the quantity contained in a bowl (nou) a large structure for open-air sports or entertainments (nou) a large ball with finger holes used in the sport of bowling (nou) a wooden ball (with flattened sides so that it rolls on a curved course) used in the game of lawn bowling (nou) a small round container that is open at the top for holding tobacco (nou) the act of rolling something (as the ball in bowling)
Phonetic Transcription:
bəʊl
Examples:
The melting pot is indeed different from the salad bowl.
It is between the toilet and the bowl.
Look at the spoon and the bowl.
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Common mistakes of bowl pronunciation
- Vowel sound confusion: Some learners pronounce "bowl" with a short vowel sound, like "bɒl" (UK) or "bɑl" (US). This is incorrect. Tip: Remember that "bowl" has a long "oʊ" (US) or "əʊ" (UK) sound.
- Misplacing stress: Incorrectly stressing the second syllable can lead to confusion. "Bowl" is a single-syllable word with stress on the "b" sound. Tip: Focus on the "b" to emphasize the correct pronunciation.
- Dropping the "l" sound: Some may pronounce "bowl" as "boʊ" (US) or "bəʊ" (UK), omitting the "l." This changes the meaning. Tip: Ensure to articulate the "l" clearly at the end of the word.
- Overemphasizing the "b": Learners sometimes make the "b" sound too harsh, resulting in "bowl" sounding like "bʊl." This is not correct. Tip: Use a soft "b" sound to maintain fluidity in pronunciation.
- Incorrect vowel length: Some might pronounce "bowl" too quickly, making the vowel sound too short. This can lead to misunderstanding. Tip: Practice stretching the vowel sound to ensure clarity, aiming for "oʊ" (US) or "əʊ" (UK).