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How to pronounce:
bulge
Definition:
(nou) something that bulges out or is protuberant or projects from its surroundings
Phonetic Transcription:
bʌldʒ
Examples:
The concept of the equatorial bulge means that earth bulges arount the equator.
Note the bulge in the neck of the bottle.
The room was bulge of dry air.
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Common mistakes of bulge pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "bulge" with a short "u" sound as in "but." The correct pronunciation uses a more rounded "u" as in "pull" (US: /bʌldʒ/, UK: /bʌldʒ/). Tip: Focus on rounding your lips while saying the vowel.
- Ignoring the "g" sound: A common mistake is to drop the "g" at the end, making it sound like "bul." The "g" is essential in the correct pronunciation (US: /bʌldʒ/, UK: /bʌldʒ/). Tip: Practice emphasizing the "g" by saying "bulge" slowly.
- Stressing the wrong syllable: Some may incorrectly stress the second syllable, making it sound like "bul-GE." The primary stress is on the first syllable (US: /ˈbʌldʒ/, UK: /ˈbʌldʒ/). Tip: Remember to stress the "bul" when pronouncing "bulge."
- Overemphasizing the "l": Learners might add an extra "l" sound, pronouncing it as "bul-lge." The correct pronunciation has no additional "l" (US: /bʌldʒ/, UK: /bʌldʒ/). Tip: Keep your tongue relaxed and avoid adding extra sounds.
- Confusing with similar words: Some confuse "bulge" with "bulk," leading to mispronunciation. "Bulge" has a distinct sound that includes the "j" at the end (US: /bʌldʒ/, UK: /bʌldʒ/). Tip: Practice saying both words to distinguish their endings clearly.