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bulgarian
Definition:
(nou) a native or inhabitant of Bulgaria (nou) a Slavic language spoken in Bulgaria
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Common mistakes of bulgarian pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "bul-GAR-ian" /bʌlˈɡɛr.i.ən/. The correct stress is on the third syllable. Tip: Remember to emphasize the "gar" more lightly.
- Vowel sound confusion: Some might pronounce "bulgarian" with a long "a" sound, saying "bul-gar-ian" /bʌlˈɡeə.ri.ən/. The correct vowel sound in the second syllable is short. Tip: Practice saying "gar" with a short "e" sound.
- Ending sound mispronunciation: Learners often drop the final "n," saying "bulgarie" /bʌlˈɡɛr.i/. The "n" is essential in "bulgarian." Tip: Focus on articulating the "n" clearly at the end.
- Incorrect "g" sound: Some pronounce the "g" in "bulgarian" as a soft "j," saying "bul-jaryan" /bʌlˈdʒɛr.i.ən/. The "g" should be a hard sound. Tip: Think of the "g" in "go" when pronouncing "bulgarian."
- Overemphasis on syllables: A common mistake is to overly stretch the syllables, making it sound choppy. Saying "bul-gar-i-an" /bʌlˈɡɛr.i.ən/ disrupts the flow. Tip: Practice saying it smoothly as one word.