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broth

Definition:

(nou) liquid in which meat and vegetables are simmered; used as a basis for e.g. soups or sauces (nou) a thin soup of meat or fish or vegetable stock

Phonetic Transcription:

brɒθ

Examples:

The dough is cooked in meat broth.

Add a small amount of zinc to the broth.

Add enough of the broth to soften mixture.

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Related Words:

juice

sauce

soup

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Common mistakes of broth pronunciation

Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "broth" as /brɔθ/ instead of the correct /brɒθ/ in UK English or /brɔθ/ in US English. Tip: Pay attention to the "o" sound, which should be pronounced as "ah" in UK English.
Overemphasizing the "th": A common mistake is to overly stress the "th" sound in "broth," making it sound like /brɔːθ/. The correct pronunciation is /brɒθ/ (UK) or /brɔθ/ (US) with a lighter touch. Tip: Keep the "th" soft and quick.
Ignoring the final consonant: Some people may drop the "th" at the end of "broth," pronouncing it as /brɔ/. This omission changes the word entirely. Tip: Always pronounce the "th" clearly to convey the correct meaning.
Confusing "broth" with "broth-er": Learners sometimes blend "broth" with "brother," leading to a mispronunciation like /ˈbrʌðər/. The correct pronunciation for "broth" is /brɒθ/ (UK) or /brɔθ/ (US). Tip: Focus on the distinct vowel sounds in each word.
Mispronouncing the initial consonant cluster: Some might say /bɹoθ/ instead of /brɔθ/ or /brɒθ/. The initial blend should be pronounced smoothly. Tip: Ensure the "b" and "r" are pronounced together without a break.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "broth" correctly?

In American English, "broth" is pronounced as /brɔθ/ with a single syllable. The "o" is pronounced like the "o" in "thought," and the "th" is a voiceless sound, similar to "thin."

What is the difference in pronunciation of "broth" between US and UK English?

In both American and British English, "broth" is pronounced the same way as /brɔθ/. There are no significant differences in the pronunciation of this word between the two variants.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "broth"?

One common mistake is mispronouncing the "th" sound, which should be a voiceless sound as in "thin." Some may confuse it with "broth" and pronounce it as /brɔt/, dropping the "th."

How many syllables are in the word "broth"?

The word "broth" has only one syllable, making it a monosyllabic word. It is straightforward to pronounce, with the stress naturally falling on the single syllable.