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morgue

Definition:

(nou) a building (or room) where dead bodies are kept before burial or cremation

Phonetic Transcription:

mɔːɡ

Examples:

It leaves the morgue for the hallway.

The dead body was then removed to the morgue.

I got the report back from the morgue.

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Common mistakes of morgue pronunciation

Misplacing the stress: Some learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "mor-GUE" instead of "MOR-gue". Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable, as shown in IPA: /ˈmɔrɡ/ (US), /mɔːɡ/ (UK).
Overpronouncing the "g": A common mistake is to overly emphasize the "g" sound, leading to "mor-gue" sounding too harsh. Tip: The "g" should be soft and almost silent, blending smoothly with the preceding vowel sound.
Omitting the final sound: Some may drop the final "g" sound, pronouncing it as "mor" instead of "morgue". Tip: Ensure to articulate the "g" clearly to complete the pronunciation accurately, as in /ˈmɔrɡ/ (US).
Confusing vowel sounds: Learners might confuse the vowel sound in "morgue" with that in "more", leading to incorrect pronunciation. Tip: Focus on the rounded vowel in the first syllable, /ɔr/, to differentiate it from other words.
Pronouncing as "morg": Some people may mistakenly pronounce "morgue" as "morg" without the vowel sound at the end. Tip: Always include the "ue" sound at the end, as it is essential for correct pronunciation: /ˈmɔrɡ/ (US), /mɔːɡ/ (UK).

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "morgue" in American English?

In American English, "morgue" is pronounced as /mɔrg/ with a single syllable and the stress on the only syllable. The "or" sounds like "or" in "more," and the "gue" is silent.

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

There is no significant difference in the pronunciation of "morgue" between British and American English; both use the same IPA /mɔrg/. However, some British speakers may slightly emphasize the vowel sound differently, but it remains largely the same.

What is the syllable count for the word "morgue"?

The word "morgue" has only one syllable. This is important for learners to remember when practicing pronunciation and using it in sentences.

Are there common mistakes people make when pronouncing "morgue"?

Yes, a common mistake is mispronouncing "morgue" as /mɔrgə/ by adding an extra vowel sound at the end. Remember, the "gue" is silent, so it should be pronounced as /mɔrg/ without any additional sounds.

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