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How to pronounce:
bubble
Definition:
(nou) a hollow globule of gas (e.g., air or carbon dioxide) (nou) a speculative scheme that depends on unstable factors that the planner cannot control (nou) an impracticable and illusory idea (nou) a dome-shaped covering made of transparent glass or plastic
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈbʌbəl
Examples:
It was a bit of froth and bubble and not needed.
The bubble is pressed to roll the dice.
The children took a bubble bath.
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Common mistakes of bubble pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners incorrectly stress the first syllable, saying "BUB-ble" [ˈbʌb.əl] instead of the correct second syllable. Tip: Remember to emphasize the second syllable for accurate pronunciation.
- Vowel confusion: People may pronounce the "u" in "bubble" as a long vowel, resulting in "boo-ble" [buːb.əl]. This is incorrect. Tip: Focus on the short "u" sound [ʌ] to get it right.
- Dropping the final "le": A common mistake is omitting the final "le," leading to "bubb" [bʌb]. This changes the word entirely. Tip: Always pronounce the "le" at the end to maintain the word's integrity.
- Overemphasizing the "b" sounds: Some may pronounce "bubble" with excessive emphasis on both "b" sounds, sounding like "bub-bull" [ˈbʌb.əl]. Tip: Keep the "b" sounds soft and fluid for a natural flow.
- Incorrect vowel length: Some learners might pronounce it with a long "e" sound, saying "bub-bayl" [ˈbʌb.eɪl]. This is not correct. Tip: Stick to the short "e" sound [ə] in the second syllable for proper pronunciation.