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Ministers say the meagre Christmas goodies will be distributed fairly.

He has little poetical power, and his style is meagre and jejune.

Compared to the effort the loot was meagre.

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Common mistakes of meagre pronunciation

Misplacing the stress: Many learners stress the second syllable, saying "meag-re". The correct pronunciation is ˈmiːɡər in UK English and ˈmiɡər in US English. Tip: Focus on the first syllable to ensure proper emphasis.
Incorrect vowel sound: Some might pronounce "meagre" with a short "e" sound, like "megr". The correct vowel sound is a long "ee" as in "see". Tip: Practice saying "me" followed by "gre" to get the vowel right.
Overemphasizing the "g": Learners often pronounce the "g" too strongly, making it sound like "meeg-er". The correct pronunciation is with a softer "g" sound. Tip: Keep the "g" subtle and smooth when saying "meagre".
Confusing with similar words: Some confuse "meagre" with "meager", leading to mispronunciation. Both are pronounced the same, but "meagre" is the UK spelling and "meager" is the US spelling. Tip: Remember that both share the same pronunciation, ˈmiːɡər/ˈmiɡər.
Ignoring the final "r": In non-rhotic accents, learners may drop the "r" sound at the end of "meagre". In the UK, it may sound like "miːɡə". Tip: Ensure to pronounce the "r" clearly if using a rhotic accent, especially in the US.

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How do you pronounce "meagre" in British English?

In British English, "meagre" is pronounced as /ˈmiːɡə/. The stress is on the first syllable, and the "ea" sounds like the long "ee" in "see."

Is there a difference in pronunciation of "meagre" between American and British English?

Yes, in American English, "meagre" is often pronounced as /ˈmiɡər/, with a more pronounced "r" sound at the end. The stress remains on the first syllable, but the vowel sound in the second syllable changes slightly.

What is the syllable breakdown for the word "meagre"?

The word "meagre" has two syllables: "mea" and "gre." The first syllable is stressed, making it sound like "mee" followed by a softer "ger."

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "meagre"?

One common mistake is mispronouncing the second syllable, often saying it like "gree" instead of "ger." Remember to keep the second syllable more relaxed and less stressed.