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george
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(nou) Christian martyr; patron saint of England; hero of the legend of Saint George and the Dragon in which he slew a dragon and saved a princess (?-303) (nou) King of Great Britain and Ireland and emperor of India from 1936 to 1947; he succeeded Edward VIII (1895-1952) (nou) King of Great Britain and Ireland and emperor of India from 1910 to 1936; gave up his German title in 1917 during World War I (1865-1936) (nou) King of Great Britain and Ireland and Hanover from 1820 to 1830; his attempt to divorce his estranged wife undermined the prestige of the Crown (1762-1830) (nou) King of Great Britain and Ireland from 1760 to 1820; the American colonies were lost during his reign; he became insane in 1811 and his son (later George IV) acted as regent until 1820 (1738-1820) (nou) King of Great Britain and Elector of Hanover from 1727 to 1760 (1683-1760) (nou) Elector of Hanover and the first Hanoverian King of Great Britain and Ireland from 1714 to 1727 (1660-1727)
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Common mistakes of george pronunciation
- Incorrect vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "george" with a long "e" sound, as in "jeorge." This is incorrect. The correct pronunciation is /dʒɔrdʒ/ in US and /dʒɔːdʒ/ in UK. Tip: Focus on the "or" sound, which should be pronounced like "or" in "more."
- Misplaced stress: A common mistake is placing stress on the second syllable, saying "george" as "ge-ORGE." This is incorrect. The primary stress is on the first syllable. Tip: Always emphasize the "ge" in "george" to maintain proper pronunciation.
- Overemphasis on "g": Some people pronounce "george" with an exaggerated "g" sound, making it sound harsh, like "gorge." The correct pronunciation is softer, /dʒɔrdʒ/ in US and /dʒɔːdʒ/ in UK. Tip: Keep the "g" smooth, blending it with the following vowel sound.
- Dropping the "e": A mistake is omitting the "e" sound at the end, pronouncing it as "gorg." The correct pronunciation includes the "e," which is essential for clarity. Tip: Ensure you pronounce the full "george," paying attention to the ending sound.
- Confusing with similar names: Learners often confuse "george" with names like "George" or "Giorgio." Each has distinct pronunciations. "George" is /dʒɔrdʒ/ in US and /dʒɔːdʒ/ in UK, while "Giorgio" is pronounced differently. Tip: Familiarize yourself with each name's unique sounds to avoid confusion.