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How to pronounce:
bust
Definition:
(nou) a complete failure (nou) the chest of a woman (nou) a sculpture of the head and shoulders of a person (nou) an occasion for excessive eating or drinking
Phonetic Transcription:
bʌst
Examples:
The figure is the bust of the emperor.
His ashes are in the plinth of the bust.
It is the biggest monumental bust of of the world.
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Common mistakes of bust pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners say "bust" as /bʌst/ instead of /bʌst/. This can lead to confusion with similar words. Tip: Focus on the short "u" sound, as in "bus".
- Overemphasizing the "t": Many people stress the "t" in "bust", pronouncing it as /bʌsˈt/. This makes the word sound unnatural. Tip: Keep the "t" soft and brief, similar to "dust".
- Incorrect syllable stress: Some may incorrectly stress the first syllable, saying "BUST". The correct pronunciation is unstressed on the first syllable. Tip: Practice saying "bust" with a natural flow, keeping it light.
- Confusing with "bustle": Learners sometimes mix "bust" with "bustle", leading to mispronunciation. "Bust" is pronounced /bʌst/, while "bustle" is /ˈbʌs.əl/. Tip: Remember that "bust" has one syllable, while "bustle" has two.
- Adding extra syllables: Some might say "bust" as /bʌs.tə/ or /bʌs.tɪ/, mistakenly adding syllables. Tip: Keep "bust" as a single syllable, focusing on the smooth transition from "b" to "ust".