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bruges

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(nou) a city in northwestern Belgium that is connected by canal to the North Sea; in the 13th century it was a leading member of the Hanseatic League; the old city (known as the City of Bridges) is a popular tourist attraction

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Common mistakes of bruges pronunciation

Misplacing the stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable in "bruges" as /bruˈdʒiz/. Tip: Remember to stress the first syllable, /ˈbruː.dʒɪz/, for both US and UK pronunciations.
Vowel confusion: Some people pronounce "bruges" with a short "u" sound, like "bruh-ges". Tip: Use the long "u" sound /bruː/ to ensure clarity, as in /ˈbruː.dʒɪz/.
Incorrect vowel length: A common mistake is to pronounce the first vowel too short, as in "brugs". Tip: Make sure to elongate the "u" sound to /bruː/ to match the correct pronunciation.
Adding extra syllables: Some may say "bruh-geez" with an extra syllable. Tip: Stick to the two-syllable pronunciation /ˈbruː.dʒɪz/ to avoid confusion.
Mispronouncing the ending: Learners sometimes pronounce "bruges" ending with a hard "s", like "bruge-s". Tip: Conclude with a soft "z" sound, /ˈbruː.dʒɪz/, to sound more natural.

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How do you pronounce "bruges" in English?

In English, "bruges" is pronounced as /bruːˈʒeɪ/ in both US and UK English. The stress is on the second syllable, which sounds like "zhay."

Is there a difference between the US and UK pronunciation of "bruges"?

There is no significant difference in the pronunciation of "bruges" between US and UK English; both use the same IPA /bruːˈʒeɪ/. However, regional accents may slightly affect the sound of the vowels.

What syllable is stressed in the word "bruges"?

In "bruges," the primary stress is on the second syllable, pronounced as "zhay." This means you should emphasize that part when saying the word.

Are there any common mistakes people make when pronouncing "bruges"?

A common mistake is mispronouncing the "g" in "bruges" as a hard "g," like in "go." Instead, the "g" should sound like the "s" in "measure," making the correct sound more fluid.