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girl

Definition:

(nou) a young woman (nou) a youthful female person (nou) a female human offspring (nou) a girl or young woman with whom a man is romantically involved (nou) a friendly informal reference to a grown woman

Phonetic Transcription:

ɡɜːl

Examples:

The girl child was supposed to be docile and gentle.

The native girl saves the female hiker by attacking them.

So who are the man, the child, the girl, the man and the infant

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Common mistakes of girl pronunciation

Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "girl" with a long "i" sound, as in "guy" [gaɪl]. This is incorrect. Tip: Focus on the short "i" sound [ɪ] to pronounce "girl" correctly as [ɡɜrl] (US), [ɡɜːl] (UK).
Ignoring the "r" sound: A common mistake is to drop the "r" sound, making it sound like "gil" [ɡɪl]. This changes the meaning. Tip: Ensure you pronounce the "r" clearly, as it is essential for the correct pronunciation of "girl".
Overemphasizing the "g": Some speakers may pronounce "girl" with an exaggerated "g" sound, leading to "guh-ril" [ɡəˈrɪl]. This is incorrect. Tip: Keep the "g" soft and blend it smoothly into the vowel sound.
Confusing with "gurl": In some dialects, "girl" is pronounced as "gurl" [ɡɜrl] with a more relaxed vowel. While this is common in casual speech, it's not standard. Tip: Stick to the standard pronunciation [ɡɜrl] (US), [ɡɜːl] (UK) for clarity.
Mispronouncing the final "l": Some may pronounce "girl" without the final "l," making it sound like "gir" [ɡɪr]. This can lead to misunderstandings. Tip: Always pronounce the "l" clearly to ensure you say "girl" correctly.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "girl" in American English?

In American English, "girl" is pronounced as /ɡɜrl/ with the primary stress on the first syllable. The "g" is a hard sound, and the "irl" has a sound similar to "er" followed by "l."

What is the British pronunciation of "girl"?

In British English, "girl" is pronounced as /ɡɜːl/, also with the primary stress on the first syllable. The difference lies in the vowel sound, which is longer in British pronunciation than in American.

How many syllables are in the word "girl"?

The word "girl" has only one syllable. It is a monosyllabic word, making it straightforward to pronounce.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "girl"?

Many learners might confuse the "irl" sound in "girl" with similar sounds in words like "pearl" or "whirl." It's important to practice the "g" sound followed by the "irl" to avoid these errors.