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bulk
Definition:
(nou) the property resulting from being or relating to the greater in number of two parts; the main part (nou) the property of something that is great in magnitude (nou) the property possessed by a large mass
Phonetic Transcription:
bʌlk
Examples:
The bulk of the article is not encyclopedic.
The bulk of the book is historical.
The bulk of the species are in the museum.
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Common mistakes of bulk pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners may pronounce "bulk" with a long "u" sound, as in "bloom." The correct IPA is /bʌlk/ in both US and UK. Tip: Focus on the short "u" sound, like in "cup."
- Ignoring the "l" sound: It's common to drop the "l" in "bulk," leading to a pronunciation that sounds like "buhk." The correct IPA is /bʌlk/. Tip: Emphasize the "l" by practicing with words that contain "l" after "b," like "balk."
- Incorrect stress placement: Some might stress the second syllable, saying "bul-k," instead of the correct single-syllable pronunciation. The correct IPA is /bʌlk/. Tip: Remember that "bulk" has only one syllable, so keep it concise.
- Confusing with "bulkier": Learners may mistakenly add an extra syllable, saying "bul-kee," when trying to pronounce "bulk." The correct IPA is /bʌlk/. Tip: Practice saying "bulk" quickly to reinforce its single-syllable nature.
- Overemphasizing the "k" sound: Some might pronounce "bulk" with a harsh "k" sound, making it sound unnatural. The correct IPA is /bʌlk/. Tip: Soften the "k" by practicing with similar words like "talk" to find a comfortable balance.