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How to pronounce:
global
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈɡləʊbəl
Examples:
The global world wants peace and harmony in the globe of the world.
He foresaw the tremendous global use of the computer and the World Wide Web.
The global climate shifts have started to wreak havoc across the world.
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Common mistakes of global pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners stress the second syllable, saying "glo-BAL" instead of "GLO-bal". Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable with IPA /ˈɡloʊ.bəl/ (US) and /ˈɡləʊ.bəl/ (UK).
- Incorrect vowel sound: A common mistake is pronouncing the "o" as in "go" instead of the schwa sound. This leads to "glo-bal" instead of "glo-buhl". Tip: Focus on the unstressed "buhl" sound, represented by /ə/.
- Overemphasizing the "g": Some people pronounce "g" too harshly, resulting in "GLO-bal" with a strong "g" sound. Tip: Use a softer "g" sound, keeping it smooth, as in /ɡ/ without excessive force.
- Skipping the "l": Some might say "goh-buhl" instead of "glo-bal", omitting the "l" sound. Tip: Ensure to articulate the "l" clearly, as it connects the two syllables in IPA /ˈɡloʊ.bəl/ (US) and /ˈɡləʊ.bəl/ (UK).
- Blending syllables: Learners sometimes blend the syllables together, pronouncing it as "globble". Tip: Maintain a clear separation between the syllables, pronouncing each distinctly: "GLO-bal" for clarity.