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ridge
Definition:
(nou) a long narrow natural elevation or striation (nou) any long raised strip (nou) a long narrow natural elevation on the floor of the ocean (nou) a long narrow range of hills (nou) any long raised border or margin of a bone or tooth or membrane (nou) a beam laid along the edge where two sloping sides of a roof meet at the top; provides an attachment for the upper ends of rafters
Phonetic Transcription:
rɪdʒ
Examples:
Approximately along the crest of the ridge is in the alpine zone.
The Southern ridge is in the centre of the picture.
The adipose ridge is light brown.
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Common mistakes of ridge pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some may pronounce "ridge" as /rɪdʒ/ instead of /rɪdʒ/. This can lead to confusion with similar words. Tip: Focus on the short "i" sound to maintain clarity.
- Ignoring the "dʒ" sound: A common mistake is pronouncing "ridge" without the "dʒ" sound, making it sound like "rid." This alters the meaning. Tip: Practice saying "judge" to master the "dʒ" sound.
- Overemphasizing the "r": Some learners might stress the "r" in "ridge," making it sound harsh. The correct pronunciation is softer. Tip: Listen to native speakers to get the right intonation.
- Incorrect stress placement: Stressing the second syllable can lead to mispronunciation. "Ridge" is a one-syllable word, so there is no secondary stress. Tip: Remember, it's pronounced as a single unit: /rɪdʒ/.
- Confusing "ridge" with "rig": Some might accidentally pronounce "ridge" as "rig," losing the "dʒ" sound. This can change the word entirely. Tip: Distinguish by practicing both words in sentences to hear the differences.