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doge
Definition:
(nou) formerly the chief magistrate in the republics of Venice and Genoa
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And he wasn't elected doge, either.
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Common mistakes of doge pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some may pronounce "doge" as "dodge" with a short "o" sound. This leads to confusion, as the correct pronunciation is /doʊdʒ/ in US English and /dəʊdʒ/ in UK English. Tip: Focus on the long "o" sound to differentiate.
- Ignoring the "g" sound: A common mistake is to pronounce "doge" as "doze," omitting the "g" entirely. This changes the meaning and pronunciation to /doʊz/ in US and /dəʊz/ in UK. Tip: Remember to articulate the "g" clearly.
- Stressing the wrong syllable: Some learners may mistakenly stress the first syllable, saying "DO-ge." The correct stress pattern is on the second syllable, as in /doʊdʒ/ or /dəʊdʒ/. Tip: Emphasize the second syllable for proper pronunciation.
- Overpronouncing the "d": Another error is to overemphasize the "d" at the beginning, making it sound too harsh, like "dodge." The sound should be softer and blend into the "o" sound. Tip: Keep the "d" gentle and fluid.
- Confusing with similar words: Some may confuse "doge" with "dodge" or "dose," leading to incorrect pronunciations. "Doge" should be pronounced /doʊdʒ/ or /dəʊdʒ/, distinct from those words. Tip: Practice saying "doge" separately to avoid mix-ups.