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burst
Definition:
(nou) the act of exploding or bursting (nou) rapid simultaneous discharge of firearms (nou) a sudden flurry of activity (often for no obvious reason) (nou) a sudden intense happening
Phonetic Transcription:
bɜːst
Examples:
The dances burst with verve and vitality.
The pilot barely avoided the burst.
A pipeline exploded with a burst of 3 kilotons.
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Common mistakes of burst pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "burst" as /bɜːrˈst/. Tip: Remember that "burst" has a single syllable with primary stress on the first and only syllable, pronounced /bɜrst/ in US and /bɜːst/ in UK.
- Overemphasizing the "u": Some pronounce "burst" with an exaggerated "u" sound, making it sound like "boorst". Tip: Focus on a short, crisp vowel sound; "burst" should not have a long "u" sound.
- Adding an extra vowel: A common mistake is to insert an additional vowel sound, pronouncing it as "bur-ist". Tip: "Burst" is a single syllable; avoid adding any extra sounds that aren't present in the IPA pronunciation /bɜrst/ or /bɜːst/.
- Confusing "burst" with "bust": Some confuse "burst" with "bust", leading to incorrect pronunciation. Tip: "Burst" has a distinct sound; ensure clarity by practicing the pronunciation /bɜrst/ (US) or /bɜːst/ (UK) separately from "bust".
- Mispronouncing the "r": Learners may mispronounce the "r" in "burst", making it sound like "bust". Tip: Pay attention to the "r" sound; it should be pronounced clearly as part of the single syllable /bɜrst/ or /bɜːst/.