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cartridge
Definition:
(nou) ammunition consisting of a cylindrical casing containing an explosive charge and a bullet; fired from a rifle or handgun (nou) a light-tight supply chamber holding the film and supplying it for exposure as required (nou) a module designed to be inserted into a larger piece of equipment (nou) an electro-acoustic transducer that is the part of the arm of a record player that holds the needle and that is removable
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈkɑːtrɪdʒ
Examples:
The bullets were in cartridge.
The cartridge was the result of the Enhanced Rifle Cartridge program.
The cartridge headspaces on the belt.
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Common mistakes of cartridge pronunciation
- Incorrect vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "cartridge" with an "a" sound like in "cat." The correct pronunciation is /ˈkɑːr.tɪdʒ/ (UK) and /ˈkɑr.tɪdʒ/ (US). Tip: Focus on the "ar" as in "car" for accuracy.
- Misplacing stress: Many people stress the second syllable, saying "car-TRIDGE." The correct stress is on the first syllable: /ˈkɑːr.tɪdʒ/ (UK) and /ˈkɑr.tɪdʒ/ (US). Tip: Practice saying the word slowly, emphasizing the first part.
- Omitting the "t" sound: Some may say "caridge," dropping the "t." It's important to pronounce it clearly as /ˈkɑːr.tɪdʒ/ (UK) and /ˈkɑr.tɪdʒ/ (US). Tip: Pay attention to the "t" by exaggerating it when practicing.
- Confusing "d" and "t": Learners might mix up the "d" and "t" sounds, leading to "cartridge" sounding like "cartridge." The correct pronunciation is with a clear "t" sound: /ˈkɑːr.tɪdʒ/ (UK) and /ˈkɑr.tɪdʒ/ (US). Tip: Isolate the "t" sound in practice to reinforce accuracy.
- Blending syllables: Some may run the syllables together, making it sound like "cartridg." The correct pronunciation has a distinct separation: /ˈkɑːr.tɪdʒ/ (UK) and /ˈkɑr.tɪdʒ/ (US). Tip: Practice saying each syllable separately before combining them.