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burgundy
Definition:
(nou) a former province of eastern France that is famous for its wines (nou) red table wine from the Burgundy region of France (or any similar wine made elsewhere) (nou) a dark purplish-red to blackish-red color
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Efik Ibibio in burgundy at bottom.
Its colors are burgundy and gray.
The club colours are burgundy and white.
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Common mistakes of burgundy pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners stress the second syllable, saying "bur-GUN-dy" instead of the correct "BUR-gun-dy" (/ˈbɜrɡəndi/ in US, /ˈbɜːɡəndi/ in UK). Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable for correct pronunciation.
- Ignoring the "g" sound: It's common to pronounce "burgundy" without clearly articulating the "g" sound, leading to "bur-uh-ndy." The correct pronunciation includes a clear "g" as in /ˈbɜrɡəndi/. Tip: Practice saying the "g" sound distinctly to avoid this mistake.
- Confusing vowel sounds: Some people pronounce the first syllable as "burr" instead of "bur" (/bɜr/). This can make the word sound off. Tip: Listen to native speakers to hear the subtle difference in vowel sounds.
- Overemphasizing the 'y': Learners may pronounce "burgundy" with an exaggerated "y" at the end, sounding like "burgundee." The last syllable should be a soft "dy" (/di/). Tip: Keep the ending subtle for a more natural pronunciation.
- Omitting the "n" sound: A common mistake is to drop the "n" in the second syllable, leading to "bur-guh-dy." The "n" is essential for clarity, pronounced as /ˈbɜrɡəndi/. Tip: Focus on the "n" to ensure the word flows correctly.