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verbose

Phonetic Transcription:

vɜːˈbəʊs

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But the alternatives are verbose.

The description was verbose.

Prose is verbose and aggrandizing.

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Common mistakes of verbose pronunciation

Stress placement: Some learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "ver-ˈBOSE". The correct pronunciation is "ˈvɜrˌboʊs" in US English and "ˈvɜːbəʊs" in UK English. Tip: Focus on the first syllable for proper stress.
Vowel confusion: A common mistake is mispronouncing the "o" as "a," leading to "ver-bahs." The correct vowel sound is "oʊ" in US and "əʊ" in UK. Tip: Practice saying "go" to get the right "o" sound.
Syllable omission: Some might say "ver-bose" by dropping the second syllable. The correct pronunciation includes both syllables: "ˈvɜrˌboʊs" (US) and "ˈvɜːbəʊs" (UK). Tip: Break the word into two parts to ensure both syllables are pronounced.
Final "s" sound: A frequent error is pronouncing the final "s" as a "z" sound, resulting in "ver-boze." The correct sound is an unvoiced "s," as in "snake." Tip: Emphasize the "s" by practicing with words that end in "s."
Over-articulation: Some learners may over-emphasize the "r" in "verbose," leading to "ver-brose." The correct pronunciation softens the "r" sound. Tip: Listen to native speakers to hear the subtlety in "r" pronunciation.

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How do you pronounce "verbose"?

You pronounce "verbose" as /vɜːrˈboʊs/ in American English and /vɜːˈbəʊs/ in British English. The primary stress is on the second syllable, "bo," while the first syllable is pronounced with a schwa sound.

What are the syllables in "verbose"?

The word "verbose" has two syllables: "ver" and "bose." The first syllable is pronounced with a stressed "ver" sound, while the second syllable has a long "o" sound.

Is there a common mistake when pronouncing "verbose"?

A common mistake when pronouncing "verbose" is misplacing the stress, often saying "VER-bose" instead of the correct "ver-BOSE." Remember, the emphasis should be on the second syllable to sound natural.

Are there any regional variations in the pronunciation of "verbose"?

While "verbose" is generally pronounced the same across English-speaking regions, some may slightly vary the vowel sounds. The American pronunciation tends to have a more pronounced "o" sound compared to the British variant.