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gorgeous

Phonetic Transcription:

ˈɡɔːdʒəs

Examples:

Brazil is the land of most beautiful and gorgeous top models in the world.

It is gorgeous and the symbol of Yosemite.

The building is absolutely gorgeous.

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Common mistakes of gorgeous pronunciation

Misplacing the stress: Many learners place stress incorrectly on "gorgeous", saying "gor-ˈjəs". The correct stress is on the first syllable: "ˈgɔr.dʒəs" (US) and "ˈgɔː.dʒəs" (UK). Tip: Focus on emphasizing the first syllable.
Overemphasizing the "g": Some pronounce "gorgeous" with a strong "g" sound, as in "gor-jəs". The correct pronunciation has a softer transition: "ˈgɔr.dʒəs" (US) and "ˈgɔː.dʒəs" (UK). Tip: Practice saying it smoothly, blending the sounds.
Ignoring the "e": Learners may forget to articulate the "e" in "gorgeous", leading to "gorgus". The "e" is crucial for the correct pronunciation: "ˈgɔr.dʒəs" (US) and "ˈgɔː.dʒəs" (UK). Tip: Pay attention to the vowel sounds in the word.
Mispronouncing the "o": Some say "gorgeous" with a short "o", sounding like "gor-jəs". The correct pronunciation has a longer "o": "ˈgɔr.dʒəs" (US) and "ˈgɔː.dʒəs" (UK). Tip: Practice elongating the "o" sound when speaking.
Skipping the "dʒ" sound: A common mistake is to pronounce it as "gorsus", omitting the "dʒ" sound altogether. The correct form includes this sound: "ˈgɔr.dʒəs" (US) and "ˈgɔː.dʒəs" (UK). Tip: Focus on the "dʒ" to ensure clarity in your speech.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "gorgeous"?

In American English, "gorgeous" is pronounced as /ˈɡɔrdʒəs/ with the stress on the first syllable. In British English, it is pronounced /ˈɡɔːdʒəs/, also stressing the first syllable.

What are the syllables in "gorgeous"?

The word "gorgeous" has two syllables: "gorge" and "ous." The first syllable is pronounced with a strong "gorge" sound, followed by a softer "ous."

Is there a schwa sound in "gorgeous"?

Yes, "gorgeous" contains a schwa sound in the second syllable, pronounced as "ous." The schwa is represented by the "ə" in IPA, making the sound less emphasized.

Are there common mistakes in pronouncing "gorgeous"?

A common mistake is mispronouncing the "g" sound, sometimes saying "jorgeous." It is important to maintain the hard "g" sound at the beginning of "gorgeous."