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How to pronounce:
bucolic
Definition:
(nou) a country person (nou) a short poem descriptive of rural or pastoral life
Phonetic Transcription:
bjuːˈkɒlɪk
Examples:
Raza was initially enamored of the bucolic countryside of rural France.
The garden includes statues, bucolic amenities and an open theatre.
Poor and bucolic, its telephone system is solar powered.
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Common mistakes of bucolic pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "buc-OH-lic" instead of the correct "bu-CO-lic" /bjuˈkɒlɪk/ (UK) or /bjuˈkɑlɪk/ (US). Tip: Remember to emphasize the "CO" syllable.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some may pronounce the "u" in "bucolic" as "oo" instead of the correct "yoo" sound /bjuˈkɒlɪk/ (UK) or /bjuˈkɑlɪk/ (US). Tip: Focus on the "y" sound in the first syllable for clarity.
- Skipping the "c": A common mistake is to omit the "c" sound, pronouncing it as "buh-olic." This alters the word significantly. Tip: Ensure you pronounce the "c" clearly to maintain the correct sound.
- Mispronouncing the last syllable: Some learners may say "bucolic" with a short "i" sound, like "bucol-ick." The correct pronunciation features a clear "ick" sound /bjuˈkɒlɪk/ (UK) or /bjuˈkɑlɪk/ (US). Tip: Practice the last syllable to avoid this mistake.
- Overemphasizing the "b": A few might stress the "b" too heavily, saying "BU-colic." This can sound unnatural. Tip: Keep the "b" soft and focus on the syllable stress instead.