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How to pronounce:
large
Definition:
(nou) a garment size for a large person
Phonetic Transcription:
lɑːdʒ
Examples:
The big school had a large student body.
Most had a topsail above the huge mainsail and a large foresail.
The large gap of the rich and the poor is a big social problem.
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Common mistakes of large pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "large" as /lɑːrdʒ/ (UK) or /lɑrdʒ/ (US), missing the correct vowel sound. Tip: Focus on the "a" sound, which should be more open, resembling "ah."
- Incorrect stress placement: A common mistake is emphasizing the second syllable, saying "lar-ge." The correct pronunciation is /lɑːrdʒ/ (UK) or /lɑrdʒ/ (US), with stress on the first syllable. Tip: Always stress the "lar" in "large."
- Overemphasizing the "g": Some speakers pronounce "large" with an exaggerated "g" sound, as in "lar-ge." This can make it sound awkward. Tip: Keep the "g" soft; it should blend smoothly into the "j" sound.
- Adding an extra syllable: Learners sometimes say "lar-idge" instead of "large." This adds an unnecessary syllable, complicating the word. Tip: Remember that "large" is a single syllable, pronounced as /lɑːrdʒ/ (UK) or /lɑrdʒ/ (US).
- Confusing with similar words: Some may confuse "large" with "lodge," leading to incorrect pronunciation. "Large" is pronounced /lɑːrdʒ/ (UK) or /lɑrdʒ/ (US). Tip: Focus on the "ar" sound in "large," which differs from the "o" in "lodge."