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How to pronounce:
verge
Definition:
(nou) a region marking a boundary (nou) the limit beyond which something happens or changes (nou) a ceremonial or emblematic staff (nou) a grass border along a road
Phonetic Transcription:
vɜːdʒ
Examples:
Gex was on the verge of insanity.
It is on the verge of gross untruth.
At the time, the league was on the verge of collapsing.
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Common mistakes of verge pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "verge" as /vəˈdʒeɪ/ instead of the correct /vɜrdʒ/ (US) or /vɜːdʒ/ (UK). Tip: Remember to stress the first syllable.
- Overemphasizing the "g": Many pronounce "verge" with an exaggerated "g" sound, leading to "ver-g" /vɜrdʒ/ instead of the smoother /vɜrdʒ/ (US) or /vɜːdʒ/ (UK). Tip: Keep the "g" soft and connected to the preceding vowel.
- Incorrect vowel sound: Some may pronounce "verge" with a short "e" sound, saying it like "verj" /vɛrdʒ/. This is incorrect. Tip: Use the correct vowel sound /ɜː/ (UK) or /ɜr/ (US) for clarity.
- Adding an extra syllable: A common mistake is to add an extra syllable, pronouncing "verge" as "ver-age" /ˈvɜr.ɪdʒ/. Tip: Keep it as a single syllable: /vɜrdʒ/ (US) or /vɜːdʒ/ (UK).
- Confusing with similar words: Learners sometimes confuse "verge" with "urge," leading to mispronunciation. "Verge" should be pronounced /vɜrdʒ/ (US) or /vɜːdʒ/ (UK). Tip: Focus on the initial "v" sound to differentiate.