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Next, say 'i' as in 'sit', followed by stress on 'ven'.
End with 'j' by slightly raising your tongue towards the roof of your mouth.
re-ven-juh
ree-ven-juh
rah-veng
Same as American
Same as American
English stresses often fall on the root word, here 'venge'.
No, the 'g' is pronounced as 'j'.
'Avenge' is a formal action of justice, 'revenge' is more personal.
Action to hurt or harm in return for a wrong done.
/əˈvendʒ/
To seek justice
/ˈvendʒfəl/
Seeking revenge
/ˈvendʒəns/
Punishment inflicted
- 're' vs 'a' with different stress.
- 'ful' adds an extra syllable.
- 'ance' changes the word ending.
Ensure 'ven' is clear to differentiate from 'revenge' and similar words.
Some learners may confuse 'j' and 'ch' sounds; practice with words like 'judge'.
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