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swagger
Definition:
(nou) an itinerant Australian laborer who carries his personal belongings in a bundle as he travels around in search of work (nou) a proud stiff pompous gait
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈswæɡə
Examples:
In the band we march and swagger.
The winners swagger as they walk through the door.
He wears glasses and walks with the sort of swagger.
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Common mistakes of swagger pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "swa-GGER" /swæˈɡɜr/. The correct stress is on the first syllable: "SWAG-ger" /ˈswæɡər/. Tip: Always emphasize the "SWAG" part when pronouncing "swagger".
- Overemphasizing the "g": Some people pronounce "swagger" with a heavy "g" sound, as in "swag-GER". This can sound unnatural. The correct pronunciation is softer, with a lighter "g": "SWAG-ger". Tip: Practice saying it smoothly to reduce the emphasis on "g".
- Ignoring the vowel sound: Learners often mispronounce the second syllable, saying "swag-er" /ˈswæɡər/, missing the schwa sound. The correct pronunciation includes a relaxed vowel: "SWAG-ger" /ˈswæɡər/. Tip: Listen to native speakers to catch the subtle vowel sound.
- Confusing with similar words: Some confuse "swagger" with "swag" or "swaggering". "Swagger" is pronounced as "SWAG-ger" /ˈswæɡər/, while "swag" is shorter. Tip: Practice saying each word in context to highlight their differences.
- Adding an extra syllable: A common mistake is pronouncing "swagger" as "swag-ger" /swæɡər/, which sounds unnatural. The correct form is two syllables: "SWAG-ger" /ˈswæɡər/. Tip: Break the word down to its syllables and practice saying it as two distinct parts.