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bridle
Definition:
(nou) headgear for a horse; includes a headstall and bit and reins to give the rider or driver control (nou) the act of restraining power or action or limiting excess
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈbraɪdəl
Examples:
The purpose of the bridle is to attach the reins to the horse's face.
The reins are the rider's link to the horse, and are seen on every bridle.
The bridle from the saddle and the cow from the cattle.
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Common mistakes of bridle pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying /ˈbraɪ.dəl/ instead of /ˈbraɪ.dəl/. Tip: Always stress the first syllable to pronounce "bridle" correctly.
- Vowel confusion: A common mistake is pronouncing the "i" as a short vowel, resulting in /ˈbrɪ.dəl/. This is incorrect in both US and UK English. Tip: Remember that the "i" in "bridle" is pronounced as a long vowel, like /aɪ/.
- Overemphasizing the "d": Some may pronounce the "d" too strongly, sounding like /ˈbraɪ.dəl/. This can make the word sound unnatural. Tip: Keep the "d" softer to maintain the flow of "bridle."
- Dropping the final "l": A frequent error is omitting the "l" sound, leading to /ˈbraɪ.də/. This is incorrect in both US and UK English. Tip: Ensure you pronounce the "l" clearly at the end of "bridle."
- Incorrect vowel length: Some learners might pronounce the "i" in "bridle" as a short vowel, saying /ˈbrɪ.dəl/. This mistake alters the meaning. Tip: Focus on the long vowel sound /aɪ/ to ensure accuracy.