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ate
Phonetic Transcription:
iːt
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Common mistakes of ate pronunciation
- Misplacing the vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "ate" with a short "a" sound, like "cat" /kæt/. This is incorrect. Tip: Remember that "ate" uses the long "a" sound /eɪt/, as in "fate."
- Confusing with "eight": It's common to mix up "ate" /eɪt/ and "eight" /eɪt/, as they sound identical in US and UK English. Tip: Focus on the context of the sentence to differentiate the meanings.
- Overemphasizing the "t": Some speakers may pronounce "ate" with a strong emphasis on the "t," making it sound like "ait." This is not standard. Tip: Keep the "t" soft and brief to maintain the correct pronunciation /eɪt/.
- Dropping the vowel sound: Occasionally, learners might drop the vowel sound, pronouncing "ate" as "t." This leads to misunderstanding. Tip: Always ensure to articulate the full sound /eɪt/ clearly for effective communication.
- Pronouncing "ate" as "aht": Some may mistakenly pronounce "ate" with a more open "a" sound, resembling "aht." This is incorrect. Tip: Use the correct long "a" sound /eɪt/ to avoid confusion with other words.