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damage

Definition:

(nou) the occurrence of a change for the worse (nou) loss of military equipment (nou) the act of damaging something or someone (nou) the amount of money needed to purchase something (nou) any harm or injury resulting from a violation of a legal right

Phonetic Transcription:

ˈdæmɪdʒ

Examples:

The accident caused a huge damage.

The accident caused severe damage.

The accident caused reparable damage, and nobody was injured.

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Common mistakes of damage pronunciation

Misplacing the stress: Many learners place stress on the second syllable, saying "da-MAGE". The correct stress is on the first syllable: /ˈdæmɪdʒ/ in US and /ˈdæmɪdʒ/ in UK. Tip: Emphasize the first syllable when practicing.
Overpronouncing the "a": Some might say "day-mage" instead of "damage". The correct pronunciation has a short "a" sound, as in /ˈdæmɪdʒ/. Tip: Focus on a quick, soft "a" sound to avoid overemphasis.
Ignoring the "e" at the end: Learners often drop the ending "e", resulting in "damij". The correct form includes the "e" sound, pronounced as /ˈdæmɪdʒ/. Tip: Remember that the "e" influences the preceding consonant, so keep it in mind.
Confusing "damage" with "damaged": Some may pronounce "damage" as if it were "damaged", adding an extra syllable. "Damage" is a two-syllable word, pronounced /ˈdæmɪdʒ/. Tip: Practice saying "damage" quickly to reinforce the correct syllable count.
Mispronouncing the "g": A common mistake is to pronounce the "g" as a hard "g" sound, like in "go". The correct pronunciation is a soft "j" sound, /ˈdæmɪdʒ/. Tip: Think of the "g" in "damage" as similar to the "j" in "judge".

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "damage"?

The word "damage" is pronounced as /ˈdæmɪdʒ/ in American English and /ˈdæmɪdʒ/ in British English. The stress is on the first syllable, which sounds like "dam," followed by a softer "idge."

What is the syllable breakdown for "damage"?

"Damage" has two syllables: "dam" and "age." The first syllable is stressed, making it slightly louder and longer than the second syllable.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "damage"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress, often saying "dam-age" instead of "damage." Remember to keep the stress on the first syllable to pronounce it correctly.

Is there a difference in pronunciation for "damage" in different accents?

While "damage" is generally pronounced the same in both American and British accents, some regional variations may slightly alter the vowel sounds. However, the primary stress remains consistent across accents.