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brooch

Definition:

(nou) a decorative pin worn by women

Phonetic Transcription:

brəʊtʃ

Examples:

He's still got to move the brooch.

The brooch is in the National Museum of Ireland in Dublin.

The brooch was draped over the left shoulder.

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jewelry

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Common mistakes of brooch pronunciation

Misplacing the vowel sound: Many people pronounce "brooch" as /broʊtʃ/ instead of the correct /bruːtʃ/ in UK and /broʊtʃ/ in US. Tip: Focus on the "oo" sound to ensure clarity.
Ignoring the "ch" sound: Some may say "brooch" as /broʊk/ or /bruːk/, dropping the "ch". This changes the word's meaning entirely. Tip: Always pronounce "ch" as /tʃ/ to avoid confusion.
Stressing the wrong syllable: Incorrectly stressing "brooch" as "BROOCH" instead of the correct /ˈbruːtʃ/ can lead to misunderstandings. Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable.
Overemphasizing the "r": A common mistake is to pronounce "brooch" with an exaggerated "r" sound, leading to /bɹoʊtʃ/. Tip: Keep the "r" subtle and smooth to maintain the word's integrity.
Mixing up "brooch" with "broach": Some confuse "brooch" with "broach," leading to incorrect pronunciation. "Brooch" is pronounced /bruːtʃ/ while "broach" is /broʊtʃ/. Tip: Remember that "brooch" is a decorative item, while "broach" is a verb.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "brooch"?

In American English, "brooch" is pronounced as /broʊtʃ/ with a single syllable and the stress on the whole word. In British English, it is pronounced the same way, /brəʊtʃ/, but it may have a slightly different vowel sound.

What is the stress pattern for "brooch"?

The word "brooch" has one syllable and carries primary stress on that syllable. It is pronounced as /broʊtʃ/ in American English and /brəʊtʃ/ in British English, both emphasizing the initial sound.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "brooch"?

A common mistake is mispronouncing "brooch" as /broʊtʃə/ by adding an unnecessary vowel sound at the end. Remember, "brooch" is a single syllable word, so avoid adding extra sounds.

Is "brooch" a homophone for any other words?

"Brooch" is often confused with "broach," which means to introduce a topic. While they sound similar, "brooch" (/broʊtʃ/) refers to a decorative pin, whereas "broach" (/broʊtʃ/) has a different meaning and context.