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baccarat
Definition:
(nou) a card game played in casinos in which two or more punters gamble against the banker; the player wins who holds 2 or 3 cards that total closest to nine
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Suddenly discovers she is wearing tuxedo and playing baccarat.
During this period, Knight kicked a gambling addiction to the game baccarat.
Poker, blackjack, baccarat and cassino are examples of comparing card games.
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Common mistakes of baccarat pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "Baccarat" as /ˌbɑː.kəˈrɑː/ (UK). The correct stress is on the third syllable: /ˈbæk.ə.rɑː/ (US). Tip: Focus on emphasizing "rɑː" to sound natural.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some pronounce "Baccarat" with short vowels, saying /ˈbæk.ə.ræt/. The correct pronunciation uses longer vowels: /ˈbæk.ə.rɑː/ (US) and /ˌbɑː.kəˈrɑː/ (UK). Tip: Practice elongating the "a" sounds for accuracy.
- Overemphasizing syllables: Learners sometimes add extra emphasis to the "ə" in "Baccarat," making it sound awkward. The vowels should be softer: /ˈbæk.ə.rɑː/. Tip: Keep the "ə" light and quick to maintain a smooth flow.
- Ignoring the final "t": Some speakers drop the "t" at the end, saying "Baccarat" as /ˈbæk.ə.rɑː/. The "t" should be pronounced clearly: /ˈbæk.ə.rɑːt/ (US). Tip: Make sure to articulate the "t" to complete the word properly.
- Mixing up regional accents: Non-native speakers may confuse the US and UK pronunciations of "Baccarat." The US version is /ˈbæk.ə.rɑːt/, while the UK version is /ˌbɑː.kəˈrɑː/. Tip: Listen to native speakers from both regions to distinguish the differences.