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burberry
Definition:
(nou) a lightweight belted raincoat typically made of tan gabardine with a distinctive tartan lining; named for the original manufacturer
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Chav is the fashion of dressing in burberry and the like.
He does have the burberry though.
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Common mistakes of burberry pronunciation
- Incorrect stress placement: Many learners stress the second syllable, pronouncing it as "bur-ˈber-ry". The correct stress is on the first syllable: "ˈbɜr.bə.ri" in US and "ˈbɜː.bə.ri" in UK. Tip: Emphasize the first syllable to sound more natural.
- Mispronouncing the vowels: Some may say "bur-ber-ee" with a long "e" sound, as in "see". The correct pronunciation includes a schwa sound in the last syllable: "bur-ˈbɛr-ɪ" in US and "bur-ˈbɜː.bə.ri" in UK. Tip: Use a short "i" sound for the last syllable.
- Overemphasizing the "r": In "burberry", the "r" should not be overly pronounced. Pronouncing it as "bur-ber-ree" can sound unnatural. The correct pronunciation has a softer "r" sound: "ˈbɜr.bə.ri" in US and "ˈbɜː.bə.ri" in UK. Tip: Keep the "r" subtle and smooth.
- Adding extra syllables: Some may mistakenly say "bur-bur-ree" or "bur-ber-ree", which adds unnecessary syllables. The word has only three syllables: "ˈbɜr.bə.ri" in US and "ˈbɜː.bə.ri" in UK. Tip: Focus on maintaining the three-syllable structure.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners might confuse "burberry" with other brands or words, mispronouncing it as "bur-barry" or "bur-berry". The correct form is "ˈbɜr.bə.ri" in US and "ˈbɜː.bə.ri" in UK. Tip: Familiarize yourself with the brand to avoid confusion.