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bugler
Definition:
(nou) someone who plays a bugle
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Soon after, a Mexican bugler sounded the request for parley.
Taps is then played by the bugler.
Then he embraced the second bugler.
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Common mistakes of bugler pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable in "bugler" (/ˈbʌɡ.lər/). This can lead to confusion. Tip: Remember to stress the first syllable, as in "BUG-ler".
- Incorrect vowel sound: Some pronounce "bugler" with an "oo" sound, saying /ˈbuːɡ.lər/. This is incorrect. Tip: Use the short "u" sound as in "cup" to say /ˈbʌɡ.lər/.
- Overemphasizing the "g": A common mistake is to pronounce the "g" too harshly, sounding like /ˈbʌɡ.ɡlər/. This can make the word unclear. Tip: Keep the "g" soft, as in /ˈbʌɡ.lər/, to maintain clarity.
- Adding an extra syllable: Some say "bugler" with three syllables, pronouncing it as /ˈbʌɡ.ə.lər/. This is incorrect. Tip: Stick to the two-syllable pronunciation: /ˈbʌɡ.lər/.
- Ignoring the "r" sound: Learners might drop the "r," saying /ˈbʌɡ.lə/ instead of /ˈbʌɡ.lər/. This alters the meaning. Tip: Always pronounce the "r" clearly at the end for accurate pronunciation.